Mattress Shipping Cost from San Diego, California to Union City, New Jersey

Shipping a mattress is expensive, typically costing $150 to $300+ for standard ground services like USPS, FedEx, or UPS depending heavily on distance, weight, size (dimensions), and speed, with cross-country trips potentially reaching several hundred dollars or more, making it often cheaper to replace a standard mattress. Specialty carriers or white-glove services cost more, while peer-to-peer options like uShip can range from $200-$500+ but are negotiable.

To ship a mattress out of state, package it in a heavy-duty mattress bag, use a specialized box or wrap, compress it with a vacuum bag if possible, and ship via freight, specialized furniture shippers (like uShip, Shiply), or standard carriers (USPS, UPS, FedEx), though expect high costs and compare quotes for the best price/service. Consider if selling/replacing might be cheaper than shipping, especially for older mattresses.

The cheapest way to ship a mattress is UPS Ground, which costs ~$130 for short distances (~130 miles) and ~$210 for cross-country shipping. The fastest way to ship a mattress is UPS Next Day Air Early or FedEx First Overnight, with delivery by the next morning for $392-1,520 depending on distance.