Express24 is the next day delivery service offered by Parcelforce for shipments within the UK. Read more about the Parcelforce express24 shipping service and check for alternative domestic and international shipment solutions.
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DETAILS
End to end parcel tracking service
Collection and drop-off options
SMS/email alerts to inform about the delivery
Delivery time guaranteed (compensation for late deliveries)
Basic insurance included up to £100
Signature upon delivery

SIZE
EXTRAS
Available only for home delivery
Additional insurance coverage up to £2500
The driver will print and bring the shipping label
For deliveries of items that do not require a signature
Read more about the courier on our pages dedicated to other services provided by Parcelforce and Royal Mail.
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Instant shipping quotes for most routes
Available for every global destination
Door-to-door parcel deliveries
A team of logistics experts ready to help
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Parcelforce express24 is the fastest shipping service provided by the courier. When shipping with Parcelforce express24, delivery times are 24 hours for the majority of UK destinations. Some remote UK locations may have extended delivery times.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to send with Parcelforce express24 parcels exceeding the maximum total dimensions of 3 metres. Parcelforce offers an alternative solution to its express24 shipping service for parcels up to 4 metres (length + girth): express48 large, with deliveries in 2 business days.
The weight limit for the Parcelforce express24 service is 30 kg, hence it is not possible to send heavy parcels with this shipping solution.
Parcelforce usually offers its services of collection and delivery from Monday to Friday. However, it is possible to purchase the option for Saturday delivery while booking the Parcelforce express24 service. Parcelforce doesn’t deliver any express24 shipments on Sunday.
You can find the closest drop-off location on the company’s dedicated page or directly when booking the Parcelforce express24 shipping service. Once booked the service, you only have to bring the parcel to the selected drop-off location or Post Office.
The delivery time when sending with Parcelforce express24 is guaranteed. For deliveries after the stated time, customers can ask for a refund of up to 50% of the Parcelforce express24 shipping cost.
Yes, every shipment sent with Parcelforce express24 has the online tracking service included in the price. You can follow the status of your parcel at any moment by using the company’s online tracking tool.
The cut-off time to drop off your parcel at a Post Office or Dropshop is usually 7 pm, but depends on the opening hours of the selected location. When booking a delivery with Parcelforce express24 service, you can see the cut-off time for the chosen drop-off location.
Parcelforce usually delivers between 7 am and 5.30 pm for most of their shipping services. If you booked a Saturday delivery for your Parcelforce express24 shipment, the delivery will be between 7 am and 2 pm.