Appliances Shipping Cost from Chicago, Illinois to Billings, Montana

In general, for an appliance shipping service, you can expect to pay around $1.81 per mile for shorter trips and $0.59 per mile for longer journeys.

Shipping a 50 lb box generally costs $75 to over $120 for ground services, with carriers like FedEx Ground and UPS Ground often being cheaper than USPS Ground Advantage for heavy items, though prices vary significantly by distance, speed, and if you use discount platforms. For single boxes, services like FedEx Ground might be around $75-$80, while UPS Ground could be $80-$90, and USPS Ground Advantage might be higher, depending on the zone, but discounts can lower these significantly.

The cheapest way to ship heavy items usually involves comparing FedEx Ground, UPS Ground, and USPS Priority Mail, often using online shipping platforms like Pirate Ship for discounts, while LTL freight carriers (less-than-truckload) are best for very heavy or palletized items, with dock-to-dock services being cheapest. Always compare rates, use proper packaging, and consider services like USPS Flat Rate Boxes if your item fits.