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T-Shirt Printing Cost in London

πŸ“… April 23, 2026 ✍️ James Whitfield ⏱️ 7 min read

A full, honest breakdown of what custom t-shirt printing actually costs in London β€” by method, quantity, and garment type.

1. Cost by Printing Method

Screen printing typically starts around Β£3+ per piece at volume; DTF and DTG start slightly higher per piece but avoid setup costs; embroidery carries a one-time digitizing fee then scales per piece.

2. Cost by Quantity

Pricing drops in tiers β€” expect meaningful discounts at 25, 50, 100, and 500+ piece thresholds, with per-piece cost falling significantly at higher volumes.

3. Cost by Garment Type

Basic t-shirts start around Β£7 per piece; polos and hoodies cost more due to garment price alone, independent of the printing method chosen.

4. Hidden Costs to Ask About

Always ask specifically about setup fees, delivery charges, and rush fees upfront β€” a reputable London printer will itemize all of these clearly in your quote.

πŸ’‘ Pro Tip

Always compare total itemized cost, not just the headline per-piece price β€” setup and delivery fees can vary significantly between suppliers.

ProductStarting Price/Piece
Round Neck T-ShirtsΒ£7
Polo ShirtsΒ£10
HoodiesΒ£16
SweatshirtsΒ£13
Sports JerseysΒ£12

Key Takeaways

  • Screen printing is cheapest at high volume; DTF/DTG at small runs.
  • Pricing drops in clear tiers at 25, 50, 100, and 500+ pieces.
  • Garment type affects base cost independent of printing method.
  • Always ask about setup, delivery, and rush fees upfront.
  • Compare total itemized cost, not just headline per-piece pricing.

Screen printing with 1–2 colors at high volume.

Standard UK delivery is included on orders over 50 pieces.

Yes, a 50% deposit is required for orders over 100 pieces.

Yes, rush turnaround carries an additional fee.

Yes, submit a quote request with your exact specs for a precise price.

Slightly β€” dark garments may need an extra ink layer for light designs.

Yes, each additional location (front/back/sleeve) is itemized separately.

Slightly, due to the one-time digitizing setup fee.

Yes, combining orders can help you reach better bulk pricing tiers.

Submit your exact product, quantity, method, and deadline.

James Whitfield
James Whitfield

Founder & Head of Print at TShirtPrintLondon, with 8+ years in custom apparel production.

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