Piano Shipping Cost from Ho Chi Minh City to El Paso, Texas

Moving a piano 500 miles typically costs between $700 to $2,500+, depending heavily on the piano type (upright vs. grand), size, weight, accessibility (stairs add significant cost), and if crating or climate control is needed, with per-mile rates around $2.50-$10 plus base fees, plus extra charges for stairs, distance, and special care.

To move a piano long distance, hire specialized piano movers for safety and expertise, or if DIY, prepare thoroughly: secure the keyboard, wrap the entire piano in blankets/plastic, use a heavy-duty dolly / skid board, use straps for lifting and securing in a truck, and ensure it's level and tightly strapped in the moving vehicle, using professionals for disassembly/reassembly and tricky spots like stairs.

For an upright piano weighing 300-500 pounds, you can expect cross country piano movers to charge between $1,200 and $2,500 for a coast-to-coast move. Baby grand pianos in the 500-800 pound range typically cost $2,000 to $4,500 for interstate piano shipping.