Mattress Shipping Cost from China to Houston, Texas

Ocean freight from major Chinese ports to Houston typically takes 31-45 days port-to-port, depending on the origin. If you choose air freight, transit times are usually about 3-8 days, airport-to-airport.

Shipping a mattress is more complex and expensive than standard deliveries. Whether you're moving, selling mattresses online, or buying from a retailer, you're looking at costs ranging from $130-280 for ground shipping across the U.S., with premium services reaching $1,500+ for cross-country delivery.

Shipping a 40ft container from China to the USA typically costs $3,000 to $7,000+, varying significantly by destination (West Coast cheaper than East Coast), season (peak times higher), port, fuel surcharges, and if it's port-to-port or door-to-door, with rates fluctuating based on global demand and carrier capacity. Expect West Coast rates to be lower, around $3,000-$6,000, while East Coast can hit $4,500-$7,500 or more.