29 July 2026 · 4 min read
Why dedicated drivers are cheaper for awkward parcels
Couriers excel at standard parcels. Dedicated drivers win on anything weird.
What awkward means to a courier
Anything over 30 kg, over 175 cm any side, oddly shaped, fragile, or in a postcode they undeliver. All get surcharged or refused.
Why dedicated drivers price differently
A driver already going from A to B has a fixed cost. Your job adds marginal cost (fuel, time), not full network cost. That margin is your saving.
Real-world examples
One mattress, 80 miles: £180–£300 by pallet courier. £60–£120 by dedicated driver on an existing route.
One sofa: usually impossible by courier; £80–£200 by dedicated driver.
FAQ
Is dedicated delivery insured?
Yes — Wayspost includes goods-in-transit cover up to £10,000.
How fast is a dedicated driver?
Same-day for most UK routes, often within hours if a driver is nearby.
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