Appliances Shipping Cost from Reading, Pennsylvania to San Antonio, Texas

How Much Does It Cost To Ship Appliances? 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.

How long does USPS First-Class Mail take? USPS First-Class Mail typically takes 1-5 business days for delivery within the United States. Local mail (same city) usually arrives in 1-2 days, regional mail takes 2-3 days, and cross-country mail takes 3-5 days.

The cheapest way to ship a package in the USA is usually USPS Ground Advantage for most items up to 70 lbs, especially if you ship online for discounted commercial rates; for very light items (<16oz), First-Class Mail is cheapest, while Media Mail is best for books/media; for heavier packages (over ~2 lbs) or specific needs, UPS Ground or FedEx Ground often become competitive or cheaper, particularly for cross-country. Always compare options using your package's weight, size, and destination on carrier sites or comparison tools.