What is the best way to ship a bicycle?
If you’d rather not use a bike shipping service, you can take your bike directly to carriers such as FedEx or UPS, who each offer different prices for transporting bikes. Of the two, FedEx is usually the most budget-friendly choice—and it offers sweet doorstep pickup and delivery options.
Can you ship a bike through UPS?
Let The UPS Store ship your sports equipment to the game, mountain, beach or field. Ship your skiis, bike, hiking gear or other sports-related equipment so it’s there waiting for you when you arrive.
How much does it cost to ship a bike USPS?
The cost to ship a bike with USPS ranges from $80 to $210 depending on the destination.
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USPS domestic bike shipping cost by distance.
| Distance in miles | Cost |
|---|---|
| up to 50 | $80 |
| 51-150 | $80 |
| 151-300 | $101.70 |
| 301-600 | $123.45 |
Will FedEx ship my bike?
By shipping via FedEx Ground®, your bicycle is delivered in 1-5 business days to any home or business address in the contiguous U.S. To find FedEx drop-off locations, many of which are open 24 hours, call 1-800-GoFedEx (1-800-463-3339).
What is the cheapest way to ship a bicycle?
The best, cheapest way to ship BIKES is FedEx Ground 3-Day. You can ship a bike box with bike plus maybe 30 lbs of luggage, etc., for about *$45* across the USA. As for SKIS, there’s only one way to go: USPS Priority. You can ship skis across the US for about $10-25 this way.
What bike do I need for my height?
#1 – Simple Size Chart
| Your Height | Bike Frame Size |
|---|---|
| 5’7″ – 5’11” | 16 – 17 inches |
| 5’11” – 6’2″ | 17-19 inches |
| 6’2″ – 6’4″ | 19 – 21inches |
| 6’4″ and taller | 21+ inches |
How long does it take to ship a bicycle?
The amount of time your shipment will take varies based on your ship to and ship from locations and based on the speed of the shipping service you select. For example, cross country shipments may take up to six days, and regional shipments may take one to two days.
How much does it cost to send a bicycle?
Smartsend (www.smartsend.com.au) is great – I have transported a fair number of bikes with them for about $45-50 from Melb to Syd. Another option is Greyhound bus freight. They have a flat nationwide fee for shipping bike boxes, last I used them (a couple of years back) the cost was around the $75-80 mark.
Can I check a bike on a plane?
Airlines permit you to check your bike and place it in the plane’s cargo hold during the journey, although some require you to place the bike inside a bag or other casing. If your bike doesn’t fall within the airline’s checked bag weight requirements, the airline assesses additional fees for the extra weight.
Is it cheaper to ship USPS with your own box?
While Medium and Large Flat Rate boxes may be free, using your own packaging is often CHEAPER than shipping Priority Mail Flat rate, thanks to a “secret” USPS mail class called Priority Mail Cubic.