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Business Freight Accounts — Melbourne & Victoria

Drop-X freight accounts are built for Victorian businesses that need a courier they can rely on every day. Monthly invoicing, dedicated drivers on regular routes, consolidated reporting and direct contact with the dispatch team that actually books your work.

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Logistics warehouse with pallets, forklift and shelving — Drop-X business freight account dispatch operation

Monthly invoicing · Dedicated drivers · Scheduled runs

Plan ahead · Next-day pre-bookings

Book today. Pick up & deliver tomorrow. Save 10%.

The 10% saving applies to next-day pre-bookings.

Need it sooner? · Regional delivery

Regional deliveries in hours, not days.

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

Full pricing Open a freight account

Courier rates including GST: standard same-day, next-day pre-booking and freight account prices
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.

Pay for the journey, not the zone

Freight pricing that follows the road — metro & regional Victoria

Every Drop-X job is priced on the actual journey: an item rate with road kilometres included, then a per-kilometre charge only for the distance beyond them. The further your freight travels, the more the distance component — and that’s the only thing that changes. Most metro jobs never reach the kilometre rate; regional Victoria runs are where it matters. No zone tables, no rounding up to the next bracket. All prices inc. GST, confirmed before pickup.

Item rate

The base fee, charged for every item booked: $35 small item, $88 European pallet, $110 standard pallet, $155 oversized. Metro or regional, every job starts here.

Included kilometres

Every booking includes road kilometres before any distance charge starts: 20 km when the booking is small items only, or 50 km when any pallet or oversized item is on board. If the whole job fits inside the included kilometres — as most metro deliveries do — the item rate is the whole price.

Kilometre rate

Once a job runs beyond its included kilometres — metro or regional — the distance beyond them is charged at $1.95 per km of road driving. On runs past 100 km, only the kilometres beyond 100 are charged at $2.50 — the first 100 stay at the lower rate, so there's never a price jump.

Example: a standard pallet on a 150 km run is $110 + 50 km included + 50 km × $1.95 + 50 km × $2.50 = $332.50 — and account discounts apply on top: next-day regional is 10% off ($299.25), and corporate rates of up to 30% off bring it to $232.75. All prices inc. GST. See the full rate breakdown and worked examples.

What we do

B2B (business-to-business) transport for Melbourne & Victorian businesses.

What we don't do

No personal or household deliveries — business freight only.

Keeping our scope tight is how we deliver every job reliably. Drop-X does not handle:

Household moves, furniture removals & personal items
Residential addresses are accepted for business-related freight only. Personal deliveries are not available.
Airfreight or seafreight forwarding. Interstate services are road freight only.
Perishables needing refrigerated trucks. We don’t run temperature-controlled vehicles.
Narrow time-slot bookings
Click & collect pickups from retail shops
Shared backloading or unquoted linehaul. Regional deliveries are completed as a dedicated express service. Interstate freight is available as a separately quoted service.

How does Drop-X make courier pricing simple?

Drop-X shows the price upfront and takes bookings online, so you do not wait for a quote. Every delivery has different requirements; Drop-X handles the logistics behind the scenes and brings the simplicity of online shopping to courier bookings.

The traditional courier process

Request a quote
Answer questions about your delivery
- Where is it going?
- What are you sending?
- How large is it?
- When do you need it?
Wait while the price is calculated
Approve the quote and arrange the booking

The result

Waiting for a response
Unclear final pricing
Back-and-forth calls and emails

The Drop-X process

Enter your delivery details
Our system calculates the logistics
- Pickup and delivery locations
- Freight requirements
- Service option
Review the quoted price
Book online and receive confirmation

The result

Price upfront
No waiting for quotes
Simple online checkout

Courier pricing can be complex behind the scenes, but booking your delivery shouldn’t be. Drop-X manages the logistics for you, providing clear upfront pricing and simple online booking in minutes.

Monthly invoicing

Net 14 standard, net 30 with credit approval.

Route planning

Drivers and timing are confirmed against availability.

Scheduled runs

Daily or weekly recurring pickups configured to your operation.

Volume pricing

Reviewed quarterly. The more you ship, the better the rate.

Account levels

Drop-X accounts scale with your freight. Select the level that best fits your business below — it carries through to the enquiry form. Not sure? Leave it and tell us your volume and spend instead; we’ll match you to the right level — from pay-as-you-go through to a dedicated, route-optimised operation.

Drop-X account facilities are built for businesses with recurring freight demand and measurable transport spend. We match terms, pricing and capacity to your volume consistency, revenue contribution and long-term partnership potential — so the businesses that rely on us most always get priority. Tell us your numbers and we’ll recommend the right level; lower or occasional volumes are always welcome on pay-as-you-go.

Need one set route repeated every day or week? See permanent and recurring runs.

What high-volume corporate pricing looks like

High-volume freight accounts can save up to 30% on daily deliveries. These examples show what that could look like on our standard metro and regional rates.

Metro deliveries. Here's what up to 30% off could look like on our metro rates:

Item	Standard rate	With 30% off	You save
Small item	$35	$24.50	$10.50
European pallet	$88	$61.60	$26.40
Standard pallet	$110	$77	$33
Oversized pallet	$155	$108.50	$46.50

A business running 5 standard-pallet deliveries a day (25 a week) would save around $825 per week — over $42,000 a year. Actual rates are tailored to your volume — complete the enquiry form below to open a freight account.

Corporate pricing is based on consistent weekly volume, route efficiency and long-term partnership potential. Typical qualification starts from 5 local pallet deliveries a day.

Example only, based on the maximum 30% discount at top volume tiers. All prices inc. GST.

Regular regional runs qualify too. Regional deliveries are where the kilometre rate does most of the work — priced on the actual road distance, as explained above, so you pay for the journey, not the zone. Next-day delivery is 10% off the full per-kilometre price — and high-volume freight accounts can save up to 30% on the per-kilometre pricing as well:

Example regional run	Standard	With 30% off
Small item · 80 km	$152.00	$106.40save $45.60
Standard pallet · 100 km	$207.50	$145.25save $62.25
Standard pallet · 150 km	$332.50	$232.75save $99.75

A business running 5 regional pallet deliveries of 150 km a week would save around $476 per week — over $24,000 a year. Actual rates are tailored to your volume — complete the enquiry form below to open a freight account.

Corporate pricing is based on consistent weekly volume, route efficiency and long-term partnership potential. Typical qualification starts from around 3 regional deliveries per week.

Example only, based on the maximum 30% discount at top volume tiers. All prices are each, inc. GST.

Commercial Pricing Framework

Baseline rates, volume tiers, route optimisation and enterprise account terms — full breakdown in one PDF.

Download rate card (PDF)

Transparent freight pricing

Know your freight cost before you book.

Not every transport quote tells the full story. Some freight providers advertise a low starting rate, then add extra charges after you book — or after the delivery is done. Their own pricing schedules often say it in the fine print: fuel levies, surcharges, tolls, fees and detention charges “may apply” on top of listed rates.

Drop-X works the other way. Enter your pickup and delivery addresses, choose your freight, and the full price is on screen before you confirm — no call-and-wait quote cycle, and nothing added after the job is done.

What some carrier invoices look like

Example only — charges added after the quote

Quoted freight rate$110.00

Fuel levy (18%)+ $19.80
Tail-lift / manual handling+ $35.00
Waiting time (detention)+ $22.00
Toll & congestion charges+ $12.40
Depot handling fee+ $18.00
Pallet exchange fee+ $16.50

Total on your invoice$233.70

More than double the quoted rate

A Drop-X Transport invoice

Every line itemised at booking — the total never moves.

Regional example — standard pallet, 80 km by road

Standard pallet item rate$110.00
First 50 km — included with a pallet on board$0.00
Remaining 30 km × $1.95+ $58.50

Quoted at booking$168.50

Total on your invoice$168.50

The number you book is the number you’re invoiced.

Every booking works this way: the item rate includes the first 20 km of driving (small-item-only bookings) or 50 km (any pallet on board). Most metro deliveries fit inside the included kilometres, so the item rate is the whole price. Beyond them — metro or regional — distance is $1.95/km, with kilometres beyond 100 at $2.50. No fuel levy; optional extras are priced before you confirm — never after.

Charges other carriers may add — depending on the provider

Fuel levies
Toll charges
Congestion surcharges
Depot handling fees
Cross-docking fees
Residential delivery fees
Pallet exchange fees
Special handling charges

The Drop-X Transport difference

We believe freight pricing should be simple and transparent. Whether you’re sending one pallet or booking regular business freight, you’ll know exactly what you’re paying before your delivery is confirmed.

No fuel levy on any delivery — metro or regional, the price you book is the price you pay
No undisclosed surcharges bolted on after delivery
No surprise invoices at the end of the month
Optional extras (hand unload, after-hours, waiting time past the 10-minute grace) are shown upfront and only apply when you use them
You know your price before you book

Transparent pricing. Reliable service. No surprises.

How it works

The Business Freight Account pathway

Business Freight Accounts are not automatically granted. To ensure responsible credit management, all new customers begin on prepaid terms. Following two months of consistent trading and satisfaction of our account criteria, eligible businesses may be invited to apply for a Business Freight Account.

01
Month 1Days 1–30
Prepaid
Pay as you go
Every booking is prepaid by credit or debit card. There's no account and no credit — you simply pay per job at standard rates.
- Credit / debit card only
- Minimum of 5 standard / euro pallets a day, 3 regional deliveries a week, or 15–20+ small deliveries per day
- We assess booking frequency and payment behaviour
- We confirm you're a genuine, trading business
02
Month 2Days 31–60
Loyalty stage
Unlock loyalty discounts
Keep shipping consistently and you'll receive a loyalty discount code once you meet our minimum criteria — still prepaid by card.
- Loyalty discount of 5–30% on qualifying jobs
- Minimum of 5 standard / euro pallets a day, 3 regional deliveries a week, or 15–20+ small deliveries per day
- Still prepaid by card
- We measure consistency, not one-off volume
03
Month 3Days 61–90
Business credit assessment
Apply for account credit
After two months of trading we review your account. If approved, we issue a Business Freight Account with a credit limit and payment terms.
- Completed jobs and total freight spend reviewed
- No chargebacks or payment issues
- Business legitimacy checked — ABN, trading history
- Approved accounts receive 14-day terms (30 days with credit approval)

In short: Month 1 — pay as you go. Month 2 — unlock loyalty discounts. Month 3 — eligible to apply for a Business Freight Account with approved credit terms.

Industries running Drop-X freight accounts

Standing runs, priority dispatch and one monthly invoice — see how accounts work in your industry:

Manufacturing Warehouse & Distribution E-commerce & Retail Medical & Pharmaceutical Trade Suppliers Printing & Signage

All industries we serve

Interstate road freight

Account enquiries for existing interstate routes

Businesses based elsewhere in Australia can enquire about freight on our Victorian services and the listed interstate road routes. Start with prepaid bookings; credit account eligibility and payment terms are assessed separately. Interstate consignments need an individual route and freight quote.

Interstate consignments are quoted separately. Exact addresses, freight, handling needs, timing and vehicle availability must be confirmed before acceptance.

Compare interstate services and quote requirements

Freight accounts by suburb and town

Each suburb and town below has its own freight account page, with road distances to Melbourne's main freight areas.

Metro Melbourne (14)

Geelong (47)

Bellarine Peninsula (16)

Surf Coast (7)

Mornington Peninsula (48)

Gippsland (19)

Western Victoria (14)

Northern Victoria (25)

South West Victoria (5)

North East Victoria (9)

Albury-Wodonga (2)

Other metro Melbourne suburbs are listed on the Drop-X coverage map.

Frequently asked questions

How do I open a freight account with Drop-X?

Fill out the form below or email Drop-X at info@drop-x.com.au with your business details, ABN, primary pickup suburb and a description of your typical freight. We'll come back within one business day with terms and pricing.

What payment terms do you offer freight account customers?

Standard Drop-X freight accounts are invoiced monthly on net 14 day terms. Higher-volume customers can negotiate net 30 terms with credit approval. Ask dispatch about the account records available for your arrangement.

Can I get dedicated drivers on regular routes?

Yes. Many of our freight account customers run scheduled daily or weekly routes with dedicated drivers — for example a 9am Truganina pickup with a 10am CBD drop, every weekday. We'll build a route plan tailored to your operation.

Do freight accounts get volume pricing?

Yes. Pricing is structured around monthly freight volume: Entry (baseline), Growth (5–10% efficiency savings), Scale (10–18%), and Enterprise (up to 25% on contracted programs). Download the Commercial Pricing Framework PDF on this page for the full breakdown.

Is there a minimum to open a freight account?

Drop-X freight accounts suit businesses with recurring freight — a minimum of 5 standard / euro pallets a day, 3 regional deliveries a week, or 15–20+ small deliveries per day. Lower or occasional volumes are welcome on pay-as-you-go at standard rates, and you can move onto an account as your volume grows. Tell us your numbers on the form and we'll recommend the right fit.

Can I track jobs and access dockets online?

Delivery and account records depend on the approved account arrangement. Ask Drop-X dispatch what confirmation and reporting can be provided; live GPS tracking, photo proof and a customer portal are not offered.

What types of businesses use Drop-X freight accounts?

Manufacturers (Dandenong South, Truganina, Campbellfield), 3PL and warehousing (Laverton, Derrimut), law firms and professional services (CBD, regional offices), print and signage, retail and e-commerce, hospitality suppliers, and many more across Victoria.

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