Question 1

Is it cheaper to drive or ship a car?

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Budget: The shorter the distance, the more cost-effective it is to drive instead of ship your car. Regardless of the total distance, look at your total moving budget and how much you can afford to spend on car shipping services compared to a cross-country drive.

Question 2

What is the cheapest way to ship a car across state?

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Selecting an open transport carrier is the cheapest way to ship your car. It costs an average of $0.93 less per mile compared to a closed carrier. Booking at least two weeks in advance can help you get the best price because it allows more drivers to bid on your job.

Question 3

Is it cheaper to ship a car by train or truck?

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Shipping your car via train is the cheapest way to do cross-country car shipping, although this is limited only to certain areas.

Question 4

How much to ship furniture across the US?

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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.

Question 5

How much does a 50 lb package cost to ship?

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Shipping a 50 lb box generally costs $75 to over $120 for ground services, with carriers like FedEx Ground and UPS Ground often being cheaper than USPS Ground Advantage for heavy items, though prices vary significantly by distance, speed, and if you use discount platforms. For single boxes, services like FedEx Ground might be around $75-$80, while UPS Ground could be $80-$90, and USPS Ground Advantage might be higher, depending on the zone, but discounts can lower these significantly.

Question 6

How can I ship a piece of furniture to another state?

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Need to move furniture? The UPS Store ® can help pack, ship and even freight furniture of any size. Whether it's a home or business, a single piece or an entire room — our team of Certified Packing Experts will find the right solution for you.

Question 7

How much on average does it cost to move a piano?

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Moving a piano costs about $400 on average. However, costs vary depending on several factors, such as cost per mile (the starting price is about $50), the type of piano (a grand piano is typically high-priced), height and weight, ease of access, and the need for disassembly and reassembly.

Question 8

How much do piano movers cost in Melbourne?

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Piano movers in Australia have broad charges that cater either for flat rates for local moves or an hourly rate for longer distances. Local Move (within 30km): $250 to $500 depending on access and size. Long-Distance Move (interstate or 100+ km): $3–$5 per km, which can bring the cost up to $700–$1,500 or more.

Question 9

Is a piano dolly better than hiring movers?

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Rather than purchasing a whole slew of tools that you'll use only once, hire a professional mover. They'll come equipped and armed with the best tools, technology, and systems available to relocate your piano safely.

Question 10

What is the best way to transport gym equipment?

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But make sure they do not get exposed on the trunk. Moving tip protect any moving parts anything that could actually move when it's already put on the truck. Remember not following this tip.

Question 11

What can I use to move heavy gym equipment?

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Furniture sliders are great if you're just trying to get something from one end of a room to another. Moving dollies can be helpful if you're moving a lot of equipment, as this gives you more control and helps you limit damage.

Question 12

How do they move gym equipment?

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With the help of a friend, begin moving your exercise equipment into the moving truck, navigating all doorways, hallways, and stairs. Use ratchet straps to secure the exercise equipment to the truck you are using and moving blankets in areas where equipment could be scratched from metal rubbing against metal.

Question 13

How much will it cost to ship my mattress?

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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.

Question 14

How can I ship a mattress cheaply?

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What is the cheapest way to ship a mattress? The most affordable option is usually USPS or FedEx Ground, but using a platform like Easyship helps you access deeply discounted rates for large, heavy shipments.

Question 15

How much does a 50 lb package cost to ship?

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Shipping a 50 lb package costs roughly $40 to $90 for ground services, varying greatly by distance, carrier (USPS, UPS, FedEx), speed, and if you use flat rates or discounts, with USPS Ground Advantage often cheapest for shorter distances and FedEx/UPS competitive cross-country, plus potential surcharges for heavy items. For example, short-haul USPS might be ~$38, while cross-country UPS could reach ~$72 plus fees, or you could find FedEx Ground around $70.

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