Under certain circumstance, shipping your things via train as excess baggage may be cheaper than traveling with excess luggage by air. Some companies like Amtrak even offer special shipping services for non-passengers. They charge by the weight of your shipment not by the piece. Ship oversized or awkward items from bikes to instruments. Provide pickup and delivery services in select cities.
Companies have size and weight restrictions.
Shipping is subject to train schedules and space availability. Do not service every city. Will not transport unboxed items. Bus Companies You can avoid the long tedious ride trying to see around the microwave oven blocking the rear view mirror by going Greyhound. Bus companies provide shipping services similar to rail companies but run more frequently.