Shipping Cost from Prague to Wichita, Kansas

Lifting such a monstrous piece of equipment is back-breaking work, even if you're only lifting it onto a dolly. Many times, confident homeowners attempt to lift a piano and not only damage the instrument but injure themselves. Next time, err on the side of caution: let professionals handle the heavy lifting instead.

Moving a piano 500 miles typically costs between $700 and $2,500+, depending heavily on the piano type (upright vs. grand), size, weight, accessibility at pickup/delivery (stairs add significant cost), and whether it needs specialized crating or climate control, with prices often calculated at $2.50 to $10 per mile plus fees. A basic upright might be on the lower end, while a large concert grand requiring crating and special handling will be much more expensive.

Shipping a piano across the country typically costs $1,200 to $4,500 for an upright or baby grand, but can range from $500 for shorter long-distance upright moves to over $2,000 for larger grand pianos, with big factors being distance, piano type (upright vs. grand), stairs, and special handling needs like cranes or crating. Costs increase for larger instruments, longer distances (often charged per mile), and difficult access (stairs, tight corners).