How much does a mobile sawmill cost to ship?

Shipping a mobile sawmill can cost anywhere from a few hundred dollars to several thousand, depending on the size of the mill, distance, and whether it’s towable.

Typical ranges:

Small portable bandsaw mill (1,000–2,000 lb):

Local/regional freight: about US$300–$1,200

Mid-size towable hydraulic mill:

Cross-country freight in the U.S.: about US$1,500–$4,000

Large commercial mobile mill:

Oversize/heavy-haul transport: US$5,000+

The biggest factors are:

Weight and dimensions

Distance

Whether it ships as:

tow-behind equipment,

LTL freight,

flatbed freight,

or oversize load

Residential delivery vs. commercial dock

International shipping and import taxes