Colchester to Gloucester Same-Day Courier
Direct door-to-door — 167 mi · ~3.5h · from £184. One driver, no depots, status updates.
Collection and delivery are required — a town, city or postcode is enough.
Same-Day / Urgent
Need a delivery today? Collection within 60–90 minutes, direct driver, status updates — your job goes straight to the front of the queue.
From £60 · live driver dispatch
Flexible DeliverySave up to 30%
Not in a rush? Pick a window over the next 1–7 days and we'll slot your delivery in alongside other jobs heading the same way — same vehicles, same insurance, lower cost.
Ideal for furniture, marketplace pickups & non-urgent freight
The Colchester to Gloucester route, explained
The Colchester–Gloucester corridor is approximately 167 miles. We can often arrange collection within 60–90 minutes, subject to driver availability, location and booking confirmation. A dedicated driver then travels directly to Gloucester, without a depot or hub transfer.
Collections here are normally arranged through our Colchester same day courier service, with dedicated delivery straight into Gloucester — see also same day delivery in Gloucester.
Indicative pricing on this route starts at £184 (167 × £1.25/mile, £60 minimum). The exact price depends on the precise pickup and drop addresses, item size and weight, and whether you need a two-person handle at either end. You get a full quote before you commit.
What we typically move on this route
- ›aerospace parts
- ›agri
- ›B2B
- ›B2B stock
- ›Single-item moves, marketplace pickups (eBay, Facebook, Gumtree), furniture, and time-critical B2B consignments.
Why book Taylors for Colchester to Gloucester
- One named driver — same person from collection to delivery
- Status updates and photo proof at both ends
- Transparent £1.25/mile, no surge pricing, no hidden fees
- Drivers insured for goods in transit up to £5,000; additional insurance available before collection
- Drivers are vetted self-employed sub-contractors, not gig-app couriers
Frequently asked questions
How long does a courier take from Colchester to Gloucester?
The Colchester to Gloucester route is approximately 167 miles and takes about 3.5 hours direct drive time. Collection can often be arranged within 60–90 minutes, subject to driver availability, location and booking confirmation.
How much does it cost to send a courier from Colchester to Gloucester?
Indicative same-day price is around £184 (167 miles × £1.25/mile, £60 minimum). Final price is confirmed on the booking form once we know the exact addresses, item size, and timing.
Do you collect from any address in Colchester?
Yes. We collect from any residential, business, or marketplace address across Colchester and the surrounding county. Same for delivery into Gloucester.
Is the Colchester to Gloucester delivery tracked?
Yes. You get status updates from collection to delivery, plus photo proof at both ends. Drivers hold driver goods-in-transit cover normally up to £5,000; additional insurance can be purchased before collection.
Can you deliver same-day on the Colchester-Gloucester route?
Same-day collection and delivery may be available. Timing is confirmed before booking and depends on the collection time, addresses, route and driver availability.