Appliances Shipping Cost from San Diego, California to Boise City, Idaho

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.

The cheapest way to ship 50 lbs usually involves FedEx Ground or UPS Ground for long distances or a large, bulky box, but USPS Ground Advantage is often best for shorter distances or if it fits in a large Flat Rate box. Using online discount platforms like Pirate Ship, Easyship, or Parcel Monkey can unlock significant savings over retail rates, especially for FedEx/UPS.

Defrost refrigerators at least 24 hours ahead of time. Remove and pack all shelves and drawers separately. Clean and pack ovens, all racks, knobs, and grills separately. Washers and dryers should have their hoses removed and packed by themselves — with the dryer's drum properly secured.