Piano Shipping Cost from San Diego, California to Nashville-Davidson, Tennessee

Moving from California to Tennessee can cost anywhere from under $2,000 for a DIY truck rental to over $10,000 for a full-service movers, depending on your home size, distance, and services; expect around $3,000-$8,000 for a 2-3 bedroom move with professionals, but you'll save on living costs in TN with no state income tax and lower housing.

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.

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.