Furniture Shipping Cost from Lincoln, Nebraska to Houston, Texas

Cost of Shipping Furniture Across Country On average, a single large item, like a couch or dresser, costs between $300 and $1,500 to ship cross-country. A queen mattress is usually $300–$600, while a large sectional sofa can run closer to $800–$1,500. The wide range makes sense once you see what goes into the cost.

The cheapest way to move furniture across the country usually involves a DIY truck rental or using freight/moving containers where you load but a company drives (like U-Pack), balancing cost with your time and effort; for minimal stuff, containers or even freight shipping are great, while a truck rental saves money for larger moves but requires driving, with overall savings from packing efficiently with free/cheap supplies.

To ship a single piece of furniture across long distances, choose a parcel carrier like UPS or USPS for small items. For larger pieces, such as beds or sofas, consider a freight service offering LTL (Less Than Truckload) shipping —it's cost-effective, and your furniture will be transported with other loads.