Furniture Shipping Cost from Kansas City, Missouri to Chengdu

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 a 50-pound box typically costs between $40 and $130+ for ground services, depending heavily on distance, carrier (FedEx Ground, UPS Ground, or USPS Ground Advantage are common choices), and any discounts, with FedEx often slightly cheaper for heavy items, while USPS can be good for shorter distances. For faster options, expect costs to jump significantly to over $100, sometimes much more.

The cost of shipping furniture varies dramatically based on size, weight, distance, and service level. A single couch might cost anywhere from $300 to $1,500 to ship across country, while a full bedroom set could range from $800 to $3,000.