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Cafe Packaging Cost Calculator

Estimate what disposable packaging costs your cafe or takeaway each month — using Packery’s live Australian trade prices. Adjust the numbers to match your venue.

Coffee cups + lidsHot drinks served
/ day
Cold cups + lidsIced drinks & smoothies
/ day
Takeaway containersMeals to go
/ day
NapkinsPer order
/ day
Estimated packaging cost$908/month$10,893 per year · trade pricing
  • Coffee cups + lids$633/mo · 6.2 cartonsView →
  • Cold cups + lids$92/mo · 2.1 cartonsView →
  • Takeaway containers$50/mo · 0.4 cartonsView →
  • Napkins$132/mo · 2.6 cartonsView →

Based on Packery’s live trade prices — already 15% below list price on every carton. Free delivery on orders over $350.

How the estimate works

We multiply your daily volume by the days you trade and an average of 4.33 weeks per month, then apply the real per-unit price of a representative in-stock product for each category. Your actual cost will usually be lower once trade pricing 15% below list price and free delivery over $350 are applied. Want an exact quote for your venue? Build a quick order →

Frequently asked questions

How much does packaging cost a cafe per month in Australia?

A typical cafe serving around 120 coffees a day spends roughly $300–$700 per month on disposable packaging at trade prices, depending on cup sizes, cold drinks and takeaway food volume. Use the calculator above for an estimate based on your own numbers.

How can I lower my cafe's packaging costs?

Buy by the carton at trade pricing rather than retail, and consolidate orders to clear the $350 free-delivery threshold — Packery's trade pricing is already 15% below list price on every carton.

Are the prices in this calculator real?

Yes. The calculator uses Packery's live per-unit trade prices for in-stock products, not estimates. Click any line item to see the exact product.