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Pricing · delivery

How much does shipping container delivery cost?

Delivery is where the industry hides money. The unit price online doesn't include the part that actually gets the container to your property — and that part costs $300-$1,500 depending on truck type, distance, and access. Here's what you'll actually pay.

TL;DR
Honest ranges

Tilt-bed delivery (drive-on/off): $300-$700 typical within 50 miles, $500-$1,000 regional. Distance over 100 miles adds $1-$3 per mile. We confirm exact delivery cost before payment — never after.

The breakdown

Side-by-side pricing.

Category Typical range Per unit Notes
Tilt-bed, local (under 50 mi) $300 – $700 20-30 min on-site Standard driveway access, level ground.
Tilt-bed, regional (50-150 mi) $500 – $1,000 20-30 min on-site Same as local + $1-3 per mile zone.
Long-distance (150+ mi) +$1-$3 / mile Varies Beyond regional fleet — partner network.

Ranges are typical for 2025. Specific quotes depend on current supply, your location, and condition selected.

Honest framework

What you should pay for. What you shouldn't.

What we charge for

  • ✓ Site walk BEFORE delivery (we confirm we can place it)
  • ✓ A driver who places it where the truck can reach, not just at the curb
  • ✓ Cribbing or leveling if your site needs it
  • ✓ No-place-no-charge guarantee

What you shouldn't pay for

  • ✗ "Delivery" that drops the container at the end of your driveway
  • ✗ Surprise delivery fees added because nobody checked access
  • ✗ Hidden "fuel surcharge" or "site fee" line items
  • ✗ Re-delivery fees when the first attempt fails
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