Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Document and Entity Information

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Document and Entity Information (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 29, 2012
Mar. 19, 2013
Jun. 30, 2012
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]      
Entity Registrant Name U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc.    
Entity Central Index Key 0001378950    
Document Type 10-K    
Amendment Flag false    
Document Period End Date Dec. 29, 2012    
Document Fiscal Period Focus FY    
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2012    
Current Fiscal Year End Date --12-29    
Entity Filer Category Accelerated Filer    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer No    
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   31,151,075  
Entity Public Float     $ 61.6