How Much Does a Courier Cost in Melbourne? A Pricing Guide
Quick answer
A Drop-X courier job in Melbourne starts at $35 including GST for up to 5 small items under 50 kg, with the first 20 km included. Pallets cost $88 (Euro), $110 (standard) or $155 (oversized), with the first 50 km included. Extra road distance is $1.95 per km, rising to $2.50 per km beyond 100 km. There is no fuel levy and no toll charge.
Know your delivery cost before you book
More delivery for your money.
Courier bookings: pay for the journey, not the zone · GST included · 20–50 km included by item type.
For published courier rates
- No fuel levies
- No tolls
- No hidden fees
- No surprises
| Item | Same dayStandard rate | Next dayBook ahead, save 10% | Freight accountUp to 30% off |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small items(Max 5 items)Parcels, satchels & legal documents — under 50kg total | $35 | $35 | $24.50 |
| Euro pallet(Max 4)800mm W × 1200mm L × 1500mm H · max 250kg per pallet | $88 | $79.20 | $61.60 |
| Standard pallet(Max 2)1165mm W × 1165mm L × 1500mm H · max 500kg per pallet | $110 | $99 | $77 |
| Oversized palletUp to 2400mm L × 1650mm W × 1500mm H · max 1000kg per pallet | $155 | $139.50 | $108.50 |
| Regional Victoria Freight | from$1.95/km | from$1.76/km | from$1.37/km |
Add-ons: Priority delivery +$55 · After-hours delivery +$110 · Weekend delivery +$110
Next day: metro small items stay at $35; regional next-day jobs are 10% off the item rate and distance charge.
Freight account: shown at the maximum 30% discount for top volume tiers; actual rates are tailored to your volume.
These are courier item, pallet and distance rates, not a full 10-pallet truck booking. Truck transport is quoted separately: explore the truck service or request a quote. Courier add-ons and discounts do not apply automatically to trucks. Compare fleet options; dispatch confirms vehicle fit.
There is no single courier price for every Melbourne job. A useful quote needs the freight details, addresses, access requirements, requested timing and service option.
The short answer
Drop-X quotes are assessed from the item or freight type, dimensions and weight, road distance, access, requested timing, handling and vehicle available. The current pricing page explains the published pricing structure; dispatch confirms the applicable quote for each booking.
Before requesting a quote, provide the complete pickup and delivery addresses, item count, dimensions, weight, packaging, access and any deadline. A change to those details can change the available service or price.
When distance charges kick in
Road distance and the route are part of the quote. See the current pricing page for how distance is treated, then have the booking flow or dispatch confirm the route-specific amount. Do not rely on an old example or a price copied from another consignment.
Hypothetical examples
These are planning examples, not customer case studies or quotes. A small, packaged item on a short metro route may need a different vehicle and price from a pallet on a regional route. A multi-stop job, unusual access or a requested deadline may also change the assessment. Ask dispatch to quote the actual consignment.
What adds to the price
- Priority or time-sensitive requests may require a different service assessment than standard same day.
- After hours requests are assessed separately; see the after-hours courier page.
- Access, handling, stops and vehicle requirements can affect the quote.
What makes it cheaper
A request with flexible timing may be assessed differently from an urgent or dedicated request. Regular senders can ask about a freight account; any account pricing or terms are confirmed for the business rather than assumed.
Getting your exact number
Start with the current pricing page, then submit the actual consignment details for a booking-specific quote. If the job is unusual (multi-stop, staged times, awkward freight or specialist handling), call 1300 973 038 so dispatch can confirm the available service and price.
Common questions
How much is a same-day courier in Melbourne?
At Drop-X, small items start at $35 including GST for up to 5 items under 50 kg in total within the first 20 km. Priority adds $55, and jobs booked from 5pm or on weekends add a flat $110.
How is courier distance charged?
Drop-X charges by road distance from pickup to delivery. After the included 20 km for small items or 50 km for pallets, each extra kilometre is $1.95, and kilometres beyond 100 km are $2.50 each. For example, a small item going 80 km costs $152.
Are there any other fees?
The optional Drop-X add-ons are hand unloading at $44 (up to 30 minutes on site) and transit insurance at $24.32. Each pickup and delivery includes 10 minutes of free waiting, after which waiting time applies. There is no fuel levy or toll charge.
How can a business pay less for regular deliveries?
Book pallets a day ahead to save 10%. High-volume senders can apply for a Drop-X freight account, with up to 30% off and monthly invoicing on 14- or 30-day terms.
Keep reading
Pricing
Pallet Delivery Cost in Victoria: How Quotes Work
How pallet delivery quotes across Victoria are assessed by pallet type, route, access, handling and requested timing.
Same Day Courier
Same Day vs Next Day Delivery in Melbourne — How to Choose
A plain-English guide to choosing between same-day and next-day courier services in Melbourne, covering urgency, route and booking considerations.
Regional Victoria
Regional Victoria Freight: Comparing Courier and Express Post
A practical comparison of regional Victoria road freight and parcel networks, including what to confirm before requesting a quote.