Best couriers in Newcastle

The cost of hiring a courier in Newcastle and the Central Coast would be similar to the average cost in Sydney, which is between $65 to $275. The price will vary depending on a series of factors like parcel weight, insurance, and how quickly you want it delivered.

Factors that impact the price include:

• What you want to be delivered: Transporting costly items like electronics can be more expensive than transporting lower value items like clothing and textiles. The courier may price differently depending on what exactly you want to be delivered.
• Package weight: It’s not uncommon for couriers to price their deliveries based on the gross weight of what you want them to transport. This is because heavier loads may require larger delivery vehicles and more fuel to get the job done.
• Package dimensions: Another factor to consider is the width, height, and overall shape of the items you need to be transported. Some items that are bulky or have awkward angles could require more effort from the courier to deliver safely.
• Delivery distance: As you probably expected, distance is a significant factor in the cost of any international or domestic delivery service, including local Newcastle couriers. The farther the courier needs to travel, the more you’ll pay.
• Pick-up and delivery location: Even the cheapest couriers may charge more if they need to head into a remote or difficult-to-access area to pick up and/or deliver your package.
• Seasonality: Busy periods like Christmas usually result in couriers charging more for their services due to the greater demand.
• Delivery time: Couriers will charge you more if you specify that you need their guarantee a package will be delivered by a specific date or time. This is why most couriers offer a premium same-day or expedited delivery service.
• Level of service: Not all courier services are created equal, and those with a higher level of service will typically cost more. For example, a courier that provides insurance and digital tracking will cost more than one that doesn’t.

Learn more with our courier cost guide.

To determine the best courier to use, you need to consider what you want to be delivered, how quickly you need it to be sent, and what the overall cost will be.

The first thing to do is determine your price range. You can then use that to start exploring the available options. We recommend asking yourself the following three questions:

1. What do I want to be delivered?
2. How quickly do I need it to arrive?
3. How much am I willing to pay for my parcel delivery?

Once you’ve answered these questions, you can browse the various Newcastle courier business profiles to see who aligns with your needs. 

Use Oneflare to narrow your choices and create a shortlist of suitable candidates. Always ensure you pay attention to reviews from past customers and read their services thoroughly so you know what services they can and can’t provide before you request a quote.