What is better - buy from expo or buy from breeder who ships to you?

[MelissaFlipski]

I was just wondering if I could have some opinions on this. I am thinking about getting a Rosy Boa (currently have one ball). Is it better to buy from a breeder who ships or to buy it from a local expo and drive the hour or two home?

I ask for two reasons, 1) is one inherently more stressful for the snake than the other, and 2) is one better in terms of quality of animal, health, care, etc. or are they pretty much 1/2 dozen in one and 6 in the other???

Thanks for your opinions.

Edit: I forgot to add, this is given that their are no local or semi-local breeders of the kind of snake you want.