Small Van
Capacity guideUp to 1 pallet
Payload guideUp to 400kg
Max item length1.6m
Max item height1.0m
Documents, samples, small parts and light cartons.
Get a van quoteDedicated UK courier service
Nationwide Same Day Courier
Dedicated UK transport for urgent and planned business deliveries. Start a van quote online, or call ACS for time-critical collections and specialist loads.
- Collection anywhere nationwide
- Direct, dedicated delivery
- Small vans to articulated trucks
- One ACS point of contact
NationwideCollection anywhere across the UK
FastUrgent and time-critical vehicle arrangements
DedicatedDirect delivery without depot transfers
Since 1994Family-run courier and logistics experience
National Reach. Personal Service.
Nationwide collection, personally managed by ACS
ACS Same Day combines nationwide vehicle coverage with the personal service of a family-run transport company. Wherever the collection starts, our team arranges the vehicle, confirms the job details and remains your point of contact through to proof of delivery.
Your consignment travels on its own dedicated vehicle, directly from collection to delivery. It does not pass through a parcel hub, join a shared route or get transferred between depots.
Choose The Right Vehicle
Vehicles for parcels, pallets and larger loads
From small vans to articulated trucks, we match the vehicle to the consignment’s size, weight, loading method and site access.
SWB Van
Capacity guideUp to 2 pallets
Payload guideUp to 700kg
Max item length2.4m
Max item height1.2m
Boxed freight and compact pallet loads.
Get a van quote
LWB Van
Capacity guideUp to 3 pallets
Payload guideUp to 1,100kg
Max item length3.4m
Max item height1.7m
Palletised goods, commercial parts and larger cartons.
Get a van quote
XLWB Van
Capacity guideUp to 4 pallets
Payload guideUp to 1,200kg
Max item length4.2m
Max item height1.75m
Longer items and higher-volume courier loads.
Get a van quote
Luton Box
Capacity guideUp to 6 pallets
Payload guideTypically 800–1,100kg
Max item length4.0m
Max item height1.8m
Bulky boxed goods. Tail-lift option, subject to suitability.
Get a van quote
Luton Curtain
Capacity guideUp to 6 pallets
Payload guideTypically 1,000–1,200kg
Max item length4.0m
Max item height2.0m
Bulky freight and loads needing side access. Tail-lift option, subject to suitability.
Get a van quote
7.5T Curtainsider
Capacity guideUp to 10 pallets
Payload guideUp to 2,500kg
Load length6.0m
Load height2.2m
Larger pallet loads and deliveries needing more load space. Quoted by our team.
Request an HGV quote
18T Curtainsider
Capacity guideUp to 14 pallets
Payload guideUp to 9,000kg
Load length8.5m
Load height2.4m
Heavier palletised freight and larger commercial consignments. Quoted by our team.
Request an HGV quote
13.6m Articulated Curtainsider
Capacity guideUp to 26 pallets
Payload guideUp to 26,000kg
Load length13.6m
Load height2.6m
Full loads, high-volume freight and dedicated trailer movements. Quoted by our team.
Request an HGV quoteThese figures are guides. Pallet count and payload are separate limits; include the pallet and packaging in your measurements. Vehicle body, equipment and access can affect usable capacity. The online HGV request covers curtainsiders; contact ACS for other body types. For widths, loading advice and tail-lift limits, view our full fleet guide. Call us before booking if the fit is close or the load needs special handling.
How It Works
From quote to dedicated delivery
Standard online courier bookings require at least 90 minutes’ notice. Call 01234 385970 before booking for an earlier collection, fixed delivery deadline or urgent out-of-hours transport. HGV and ADR requests are priced manually and do not reserve a vehicle.
01
Enter two postcodes
Start with your collection and delivery postcodes. You can check prices without supplying contact details or creating an account.
02
Add timings and compare vans
Enter valid collection and delivery dates and times, then compare suitable vans. Check your load’s dimensions, total weight and access requirements.
03
Complete your booking
Provide the addresses, contacts and load details, then follow the booking and payment steps. ACS arranges the vehicle and remains your point of contact.
04
Direct delivery and POD
Your goods travel on the dedicated vehicle. ACS confirms delivery, with proof of delivery available once released.
Your ACS Customer Portal
Keep your bookings together.
Get quotes, find your company’s deliveries and pick up the latest recorded updates, from your desk or your phone.
- Find bookings by job number, reference or postcode.
- Reuse shared addresses and book familiar journeys again.
- View shipment updates and download PODs once released.
Portal access is for company users approved by ACS. Public courier, HGV and ADR quotes are available without a portal account.
How Nationwide Collection Works
We can collect from anywhere nationwide
Tell us where the goods are, what needs moving and when it must arrive. We’ll arrange a suitable vehicle for the collection postcode and manage the delivery through one ACS contact.
Fast collection across the UK
Nationwide vehicle coverage means we can arrange the right van or HGV without relying on one local depot.
Direct, dedicated delivery
Your goods stay on the dedicated vehicle and travel directly from collection to delivery.
Personal service from ACS
You deal with our team arranging the booking, keeping you updated and confirming delivery.
Before you book
Same day courier FAQs
How quickly can you collect my goods?
Collection availability depends on the route, vehicle, load and timing. Standard online courier bookings require at least 90 minutes’ notice. For collection sooner than this, a fixed delivery deadline or urgent out-of-hours transport, call 01234 385970 before booking so ACS can check availability.
Can I get a courier price without an account?
Yes. Start with the collection and delivery postcodes, then add valid dates and times to compare van prices. You do not need a portal account or email address to see prices. Contact details are required when you proceed with a booking.
Will my goods travel on a dedicated vehicle?
Yes. Your consignment travels on a dedicated vehicle directly between the agreed collection and delivery stops, without parcel hubs or depot transfers. Include every required stop in your quote or discuss the route with ACS.
Which vehicle should I choose?
Choose a vehicle that accommodates the load’s dimensions, total weight and loading requirements. Pallet count and payload are separate limits, and published capacities are guides. Check the fleet guide or call ACS if the fit is close, access is restricted or specialist handling is needed.
Who loads and unloads the goods?
The sender and receiver are responsible for loading and unloading unless other arrangements have been agreed with ACS. Tell us about loading equipment, site access and any tail-lift requirement before booking. Tail-lift suitability depends on the vehicle, load and site.
Can I request an HGV or ADR quote online?
Yes. Use the public HGV or ADR quote page without a portal account. The HGV request covers 7.5T, 18T and articulated curtainsiders; contact ACS for other body types. HGV and ADR requests are checked and priced manually and do not reserve a vehicle.
Can I view updates and proof of delivery in the portal?
Approved company users can view their bookings and the latest recorded shipment updates in the ACS customer portal. Proof of delivery can be downloaded once released. Public quotes are available without portal access.
Need a vehicle anywhere in the UK?
Start a van quote online, or speak with ACS about urgent collections, HGV transport and specialist freight. No portal account is needed to request a quote.