Ultimate Guide to Same Day Delivery

Do you have a very urgent parcel to send?

Same Day delivery is popular with individual senders and businesses because it offers fast UK delivery at a discounted price. To learn more about Same Day shipping, continue reading our ultimate guide to Same Day parcel delivery with Interparcel.

What is Same Day delivery?

Same Day couriers will pick up and deliver your package the same day. Your parcel can be collected from your home or business and shipped nationwide.*

Does Same Day delivery mean the same day?

Yes, it does! Same Day delivery is available to book between Monday – Friday for estimated delivery within 24 hours (although it’s often quicker). However, we recommend you book the service earlier in the day to give the drivers the best possible chance of delivering your parcel.

What Same Day delivery options are available?

Our Same Day courier services offer parcel collection from your UK home or business address. Collection services avoid the hassle of carrying parcels to a post office or drop-off point, as the driver will come to you on a day that suits you.

We do not offer Same Day drop-off services at this time.

What is the cut-off time for Same Day delivery?

Cut-off times for same-day courier delivery vary by carrier and service. Most of the Same Day services need to be booked by 5pm.

What Same Day delivery services do we offer?

We currently offer same-day parcel delivery services with parcel couriers DeliveryApp and CitySprint.

DeliveryApp

CitySprint

Why choose Same Day delivery?

Speedy

Same Day delivery is our fastest shipping option, with collection and delivery estimated within 24 hours. Speed of delivery is such an essential factor in online purchases because it can build consumer trust and maintain a competitive advantage. It’s also invaluable when sending an important document, gift or product.

Convenient

Our Same Day courier drivers will collect your parcel from your chosen address. You don’t need to leave your home to benefit from reliable parcel delivery. CitySprint and DeliveryApp same-day services do not require a printer either.

Affordable

Booking your parcel delivery through Interparcel gives you access to some of the best courier rates (often cheaper than going direct). Our longstanding partnerships with courier companies, teamed with our large shipping volume discounts, mean we can pass these savings on to you!

Can I track my Same Day shipment?

Online parcel tracking is available 24/7 via the Interparcel website. Enter your 12-digit tracking number starting with GB to monitor the progress of your parcel delivery. You can follow the delivery van on the map for Same Day shipping services to see how close they are to the recipient’s address.

What transit cover is available for Same Day delivery?

For Same Day services, we offer £25 free cover with every delivery. However, you can purchase Enhanced Transit Cover up to a maximum of £2,000.

We recommend you purchase an Enhanced Transit Cover if your parcel’s value exceeds the free transit cover provided.

Do you offer Same Day international services?

We do not offer Same Day international courier services. However, we do offer fast Express international shipping services. Delivery times can be as quick as two working days!

Do you offer Same Day delivery for pallets?

We do not offer same-day pallet services. Still, we offer Premium delivery with Palletforce, Palletways and Haulable if you require a speedy pallet service. Palletways By 12 offers next-day delivery by noon across most of the UK.

Book a Same Day delivery service with Interparcel

Are you ready to book your Same Day courier service?

Enter your parcel details and delivery postcode into our Same Day delivery quote tool to generate a list of suitable CitySprint and DeliveryApp courier services.

To complete your booking, fill out the required fields and pay!

Of course, we understand you might have a question or two, so if you need any assistance with your Interparcel booking, don’t hesitate to contact our Customer Services. They are available seven days a week via telephone, email and live chat.

*Please note: Collection and delivery dates and times are not guaranteed. Please see our Terms of Use for further information.