Shipping costs eat into margins. Whether you are sending 5 deliveries a month or 500, there are practical ways to reduce what you spend without switching to a slower, less reliable service.
This is the single biggest saving most businesses miss. Pay-as-you-go courier bookings typically cost 15–20% more than account rates. A business account with X-Eagle gives you:
- Reduced rates on every booking - Invoice terms (Net 7–30 days) instead of paying upfront - Volume discounts as your usage grows - Priority dispatch during busy periods - Dedicated account manager
There are no contracts and no minimum volumes. Even 2–3 deliveries per month makes it worthwhile.
If you are sending multiple items to the same area, combine them into one delivery with multiple stops instead of booking separate couriers. A multi-drop delivery with 3–4 stops costs far less than three individual bookings.
Do not book a Luton van for a single box of documents. A small van costs from £50 versus £95+ for a Luton. Use our vehicle finder to match your cargo to the smallest vehicle that fits. You will save 20–40% on every booking.
Evening, night, and weekend deliveries carry surcharges of 25–50%. If your delivery can wait until the next standard business day, you will avoid these extras. Plan ahead where possible.
Our cost calculator shows exact pricing before you book. Compare different vehicle types and times to find the most cost-effective option. Sometimes shifting a collection by one hour saves 30%.
If you send the same route regularly (e.g., office-to-warehouse every Tuesday), set up a recurring booking. Recurring jobs often qualify for further rate reductions and you never miss a collection.
Not everything needs to go same-day. Our next-day service starts from £45 and is collected today for delivery tomorrow morning. For non-urgent shipments, this can halve your cost.
Business account holders get monthly statements showing every delivery, cost, and route. Review these regularly to spot patterns — maybe some deliveries could be consolidated, rerouted, or shifted to off-peak times.
Most businesses can cut 20–30% from their courier spend by opening a business account, choosing the right vehicle, and consolidating where possible. The savings compound every month.
Open a free business account today or call +44 7598 247365 to discuss your delivery needs.
