Furniture Shipping Cost from Bakersfield, California to Brussels

Ocean freight shipping Ocean shipping is a great option for bulkier shipments since it offers much more space than air for a lower price. Depending on how large your shipments are, and how frequently you ship, you can choose either LCL (less than a container load) or FCL (full container load).

Shipping to Belgium from the US involves choosing a carrier (DHL, FedEx, UPS, USPS for speed/cost) with options from 1-3 days (express) to 2-3 weeks (economy), requiring a detailed customs declaration, and anticipating VAT (around 21%) and potential duties, with costs varying significantly by weight, dimensions, and speed, so compare quotes using online calculators for your specific package.

The cheapest way to ship a piece of furniture is typically to use parcel services for smaller items and consider a freight shipping service like LTL for oversized items. If you're making a one-time shipment in your local market, consider renting a moving van and transporting the furniture yourself.