Shipping Cost from New York, New York to Franklin, Tennessee

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 furniture is worth it for high-value, custom, antique, or deeply sentimental pieces, but often not for mass-produced or low-cost items like particleboard furniture, which can cost more to ship than to replace. The decision hinges on comparing shipping costs (ranging from hundreds to over a thousand dollars for large items) against the cost and value of buying new, factoring in quality, style, and emotional attachment.

Protect all parts of the furniture. If you can't remove arms and legs, wrap them in foam padding or bubble packaging. Pay attention to edges and corners and use extra foam padding on those spots. Put knobs, screws, and other hardware in a small sealable bag and secure it inside the package.