Need to send a package urgently in the UK? Here's exactly how to do it, step by step.
For urgent deliveries, you need a same-day courier — not a parcel network. Royal Mail, Hermes, and DPD don't offer true same-day collection and delivery. You need a dedicated courier that will collect from your door and drive directly to the destination.
The fastest way to book: 1. Go to a same-day courier website 2. Enter your collection and delivery postcodes 3. Select the vehicle size you need 4. Get an instant quote 5. Confirm — a driver is dispatched within 60 minutes
Or call the courier directly for immediate dispatch.
While waiting for collection: - Pack items securely with appropriate padding - Label clearly with sender and recipient details - Have the package ready at the collection point - Make sure someone is available at both ends
| Distance | Typical Delivery Time | |----------|----------------------| | Local (under 30 miles) | 1–2 hours | | Regional (30–100 miles) | 2–4 hours | | National (100–300 miles) | 4–6 hours | | Cross-country (300+ miles) | 5–8 hours |
Same-day couriers can handle almost anything: - Documents and legal papers - Medical samples and specimens - Parcels and boxes - Pallets and crates - Heavy machinery and equipment - Temperature-sensitive goods - Hazardous materials (ADR licensed couriers only)
Expect to pay from £50 for a local van delivery. Cross-country deliveries cost more — typically £100–£250 depending on distance and vehicle size. Evening and weekend collections attract surcharges of 25–50%.
- Book during working hours if possible - Choose the smallest suitable vehicle - Provide exact postcodes to avoid wasted time - Open a business account for preferential rates
Need to send something right now? Book online for collection within 60 minutes, or call +44 7598 247365.
