12 June 2026 · 4 min read
The cheapest way to send a parcel in the UK in 2026
Cheapest doesn't always mean best, but here's exactly which service wins at each weight and speed.
Under 2 kg, no rush
Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £3.29. Hard to beat for envelopes, books and small gifts.
2–10 kg, no rush
Evri drop-off via Parcel2Go — £3.50–£6. Slowest network (3–5 days) but the lowest sticker price.
Same-day or fragile
Wayspost dedicated driver — from £2.60 for very short routes, £25–£70 for typical city-to-city same-day. Cheaper than premium same-day couriers because drivers are already heading your way.
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