Luggage To Ship Review: Shipping Suitcases Instead of Checking Them
Part of The Ultimate Long-Haul and Packing Survival Guide
What we liked
- Door-to-door pickup and delivery
- Tracking the whole way
- No dragging bags through airports
What we didn't
- Must book days ahead
- Pricier than one checked bag
- Size and weight limits apply
Quick take
I used Luggage To Ship to send three suitcases within the US instead of checking them. For a move, it’s the easiest way to handle a lot of luggage.
Where to book: Luggage To Ship on the official site (typically About $60 to $100 per bag for domestic ground shipping).
What it is
You enter sizes and weights, pick a delivery date, print labels, and a carrier collects the bags. Tracking runs the whole way.
Where it fits for a remote worker
Moving abroad or between cities with several big bags means fees, trolleys and stress at every airport. Shipping the heavy cases ahead leaves you with a carry-on and a laptop bag on travel day.
“Ship the heavy stuff. Travel day should be about you, not your bags.”
Reggie R.
How it compares
- Airline checked bags. Cheaper for one bag, pricey for several.
- LugLess. Similar service with its own pricing.
- UPS or FedEx directly. Possible, more paperwork.
Moving countries without the luggage stress
Pack with packing cubes, use a hard-shell set for shipping, weigh with a luggage scale, and drop a tracker tag inside each bag.
Price and value
Expect to pay About $60 to $100 per bag for domestic ground shipping, though prices on the official site move often, so check the current listing before buying. Good value if it fits your needs: for moves, shipping your bags beats hauling them.
How I scored it
The 4.0-out-of-5 score combines my own use with what buyers report across retailers, weighed on value, build quality and how well it fits a travel and remote-work life. Read the full method on the editorial policy page.
3 tips to get the most out of it
- Book ground service at least a week out.
- Weigh and measure accurately. It avoids surcharges.
- Add a tracker tag inside each bag.
FAQ
Does it ship internationally?
International options exist; check the site.
How is it collected?
A carrier picks up from your address.
Is it insured?
Coverage options are offered.
Who it’s for (and who should skip it)
Good for relocations and anyone moving lots of luggage. Skip it for a single bag on a normal trip. For the bigger picture, the Long-Haul and Packing Survival Guide puts this alongside packing, sleep and comfort on long trips.
Bottom line
For moves, shipping your bags beats hauling them.
Our experience, in combination with what others say.
