Fedex Shipping Calculator

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FedEx Shipping Calculator

Estimate your shipping costs based on weight, dimensions, and service level.

Package Details

Zone 2 (0-150 miles) Zone 3 (151-300 miles) Zone 4 (301-600 miles) Zone 5 (601-1000 miles) Zone 6 (1001-1400 miles) Zone 7 (1401-1800 miles) Zone 8 (1801+ miles) FedEx Ground FedEx Express Saver (3rd Day) FedEx 2Day FedEx Priority Overnight

Estimated Shipping Cost

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Enter details to see billable weight

*Estimates only. Residential surcharges, fuel surcharges, and taxes are not included.

How FedEx Shipping Costs are Calculated

Calculating the cost of a FedEx shipment involves more than just weighing your box. FedEx uses a combination of factors to determine the final price, including distance, speed of delivery, and "Dimensional Weight."

1. Actual Weight vs. Dimensional Weight

FedEx bills based on the larger of the two: actual weight or dimensional weight. Dimensional weight (Dim Weight) reflects the amount of space a package occupies on a truck or plane.

The FedEx Formula: (Length x Width x Height) / 139 = Dimensional Weight (lbs)

If you ship a 5lb box of pillows that is 18x18x18 inches, the Dim Weight is approximately 42 lbs. You will be charged for 42 lbs, not 5 lbs.

2. Shipping Zones

FedEx divides the United States into Zones (2 through 8). The higher the zone number, the further the distance between the origin and destination, and the higher the shipping cost. For example, shipping from New York to New Jersey is likely Zone 2, while New York to California is Zone 8.

3. Service Type Multipliers

The urgency of your shipment significantly impacts the cost:

  • FedEx Ground: The most economical option for day-definite delivery.
  • FedEx 2Day: Delivery within 2 business days. Usually costs 2-3 times more than Ground.
  • FedEx Priority Overnight: Next-day delivery by mid-morning. This is the premium service with the highest cost.

Tips to Save on FedEx Shipping

  1. Use the Smallest Box Possible: Reducing the dimensions of your package can drastically lower the Dimensional Weight, potentially saving you 50% or more on bulky items.
  2. Ship to a Business Address: FedEx charges a "Residential Surcharge" for deliveries to homes. Shipping to a commercial location is often cheaper.
  3. Create an Account: FedEx offers significant discounts (up to 40%) to small businesses and individuals who create a free shipping account.
  4. Drop Off Your Package: Sometimes scheduling a pickup incurs a fee. Dropping off at a FedEx Office or authorized retailer can save money.

Example Calculation:

If you ship a box weighing 10 lbs with dimensions 12″ x 12″ x 12″ from Chicago to Los Angeles (Zone 8) using FedEx Ground:

  • Actual Weight: 10 lbs
  • Dim Weight: (12x12x12) / 139 = 12.43 lbs (Round up to 13 lbs)
  • Billable Weight: 13 lbs
  • Base Rate (Zone 8, 13 lbs): Approx. $22.50
function calculateFedExShipping() { var actualWeight = parseFloat(document.getElementById('pkgWeight').value); var length = parseFloat(document.getElementById('pkgLength').value) || 0; var width = parseFloat(document.getElementById('pkgWidth').value) || 0; var height = parseFloat(document.getElementById('pkgHeight').value) || 0; var zone = parseInt(document.getElementById('shipZone').value); var serviceMultiplier = parseFloat(document.getElementById('serviceType').value); if (isNaN(actualWeight) || actualWeight 0 && width > 0 && height > 0) { dimWeight = (length * width * height) / 139; } // Billable Weight is the greater of the two var billableWeight = Math.max(actualWeight, dimWeight); var roundedWeight = Math.ceil(billableWeight); // Mock Rate Table Logic (Simplified industry averages) // Base rate starts at $10.00 for 1lb in Zone 2 var baseRate = 8.50; var weightCost = roundedWeight * 0.85; // $0.85 per lb var zoneCost = (zone – 1) * 2.25; // $2.25 increase per zone // Total calculation var estimatedTotal = (baseRate + weightCost + zoneCost) * serviceMultiplier; // Display Results document.getElementById('shippingResult').innerHTML = '$' + estimatedTotal.toFixed(2); var weightTypeStr = (dimWeight > actualWeight) ? "Dimensional Weight" : "Actual Weight"; document.getElementById('billableWeightText').innerHTML = "Billable Weight: " + roundedWeight + " lbs(Based on " + weightTypeStr + ")"; } // Run once on load for default values window.onload = function() { calculateFedExShipping(); };

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