Shipping Cost from Mexico City to Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky

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.

Shipping from Mexico to the U.S. varies widely in price, from around $30 for small USPS envelopes to hundreds or thousands for larger freight, depending heavily on weight, speed (air vs. ground/ocean), and freight type (LTL, FTL, container). Expect to pay roughly $0.20-$0.40/lb for LTL (Less Than Truckload), $2-$3.50/mile for FTL (Full Truckload), or $3-$6/kg for air freight, with express services costing more than standard.

The cheapest way to ship furniture usually involves using Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) freight, sharing truck space for non-full truckloads, or exploring bus freight (like Greyhound) for cost savings if it fits rules, but the absolute cheapest often means DIY methods like renting a truck or using ride-share movers (Dolly, GoShare) for local moves, or leveraging marketplaces like Shiply/uShip for competitive LTL quotes. Key cost savers include disassembling furniture, packing it yourself, and choosing slower delivery times.