Shipping Cost from Sacramento, California to Berlin

The average cost of an international move — including expenses like shipping and moving services — can range from about $3,000 to $18,000 or more. However, smaller moves over shorter distances may cost less, while larger, longer-distance moves may cost more.

Shipping furniture overseas is often not worth it unless pieces are high-quality, expensive, or deeply sentimental, as costs (thousands of dollars) usually outweigh the benefit, especially when good, affordable local options exist and appliances/electronics rarely work due to power/signal issues, making selling and buying new often the better, fresher start. Weigh the high cost of shipping (potentially $3,000-$10,000+) against replacement costs and the emotional value, factoring in the destination's climate and local furniture availability.

The best way to ship furniture across the country depends on budget, speed, and item value, with LTL Freight (Less Than Truckload) being the most common economical choice for large items, while parcel carriers (UPS/FedEx) work for smaller pieces, and specialized White Glove services or moving containers (PODS) offer more protection/convenience for valuable or multiple items, often requiring custom packing or crating for safety.