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Tyres are a common courier item for anyone selling online, swapping seasonal sets or sending a spare, and they are straightforward to post once you know how they are priced. A car tyre is heavy for its size, around 10kg, so it sits in a mid-weight band rather than the small-parcel rate, and the price depends mostly on the weight rather than the distance within mainland Britain. ParcelMatch compares every carrier that takes heavier parcels, including DPD, Parcelforce, Evri and UPS, so you can see the cheapest and fastest options for a tyre in one search, with VAT included and no account needed to compare or book. Online tyre sellers in particular save time by comparing and booking several shipments from one place rather than holding separate carrier accounts.
Because a tyre is dense and awkward, carriers vary on how they price it, so comparing is worth the few seconds it takes. Sending a full set of four is quoted as four parcels, which you can book together, and a quick comparison shows which carrier is cheapest once the weight of your particular tyre is taken into account.
Cost
How much does it cost to send tyres?
A single car tyre at around 10kg starts from £8.58. Here is how the main service types compare, with live figures from the quote engine.
On a tyre the economy and next-day prices are almost identical, so next-day is usually the better pick for only a couple of pence more, which is exactly the kind of thing a comparison surfaces.
Economy, trackedfrom£8.582 to 3 working days
Next-day, trackedfrom£8.601 working day
Price follows the weight, so a van or 4x4 tyre costs a little more than a car tyre.
Because the gap is so small here, there is rarely a reason to wait the extra days, but the comparison lets you decide with the real figures in front of you.
Size and weight
Single tyre or a full set?
A single tyre is quoted as one parcel. A full set of four is quoted as four parcels, and you can book them together in one checkout with one collection. Larger van, 4x4 and performance tyres are heavier and may move up a weight band, so weigh them before you quote. Tyres on alloy wheels are much heavier and bulkier again, so quote them by their actual packed weight. If you sell tyres regularly, booking a set together with a single collection saves both time and the hassle of multiple handovers.
Packing
How to pack a tyre for a courier
A tyre is tough, so packing is quick, but a wrapped tyre is cleaner for the courier and less likely to be refused:
- step 01
Clean off any loose dirt or grit from the tyre.
- step 02
Wrap the tyre in strong stretch wrap or a dedicated tyre bag so the rubber is fully covered.
- step 03
For a tyre on an alloy, add bubble wrap or cardboard discs over the wheel faces to protect the finish.
- step 04
Run tape around the tyre to keep the wrap secure.
- step 05
Attach the courier label flat on the wrap where it can be scanned easily.
- step 06
Most couriers accept a securely wrapped tyre without a box, which keeps the volume and the price down. Check the individual service, as a few prefer a boxed tyre.
Before you book
Common mistakes to avoid when sending tyres
Tyres are hard to damage, but a few errors still cause refused bookings and surprise charges. The most common is leaving the tyre dirty and unwrapped, as many couriers will not handle bare, greasy rubber, so always wrap it fully. Under-declaring the weight is another, as a van, 4x4 or performance tyre is heavier than a standard car tyre and will be reweighed and surcharged if you guess low. On alloy-mounted tyres, people often forget to protect the wheel face, which then gets scuffed in handling. Do not attach the label loosely where it can tear off the wrap, and if a service specifically asks for a boxed tyre, follow that rather than sending it wrapped, or the parcel may be turned away.
Sending tyres abroad
Tyres can be sent overseas on international services from carriers such as UPS and DHL, which ParcelMatch compares alongside domestic rates. Because tyres are heavy, international pricing is higher, so compare carefully and allow more time. Complete a customs declaration with the tyre type and value, check the destination country's rules, and note the recipient may owe import duty or tax separate from the courier charge. For a set going abroad, booking them together keeps the paperwork and collection simple.
Should I insure tyres?
Tyres are not usually high value, but if you are sending premium, performance or alloy-mounted tyres, check the standard cover on each service and add more to match. ParcelMatch shows the standard cover against each quote so you can choose the right level. Keep your proof of posting, especially for an alloy-mounted set where the wheel adds real value.
Your choice
Drop-off or collection?
A tyre is heavy, so a doorstep collection is often easiest and is available on most services for a little more. If you can get it to a depot or shop, drop-off is usually cheaper. ParcelMatch shows both in your results.
Couriers
Which couriers take tyres?
| Courier | For tyres |
|---|---|
| DPD and Parcelforce | DPD and Parcelforce handle wrapped tyres reliably and are often the best value. |
| Evri | Evri takes car tyres within its weight limits, often cheapest for a single tyre. |
| UPS | UPS suits heavier van, 4x4 and alloy-mounted tyres. |
ParcelMatch shows which carriers quote your tyre and what each costs.
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How it works
Book in one checkout
Pick a service, add the addresses and pay. Your label lands in your inbox straight away.
Drop off or get collected
Leave it at a depot or book a collection, then track it on one page.
Why ParcelMatch
Why send tyres with ParcelMatch
- Every carrier that takes tyres, compared in one search, from £8.58
- Single tyre or a full set, booked together, with VAT included
- Standard cover shown against each quote, with add-on cover available
- Collection or drop-off, whichever suits
- No account needed to compare and book
- One tracking page for every courier
How much does it cost to send a tyre?
From £8.58 for a single car tyre on economy, with next-day from £8.60, VAT included. Heavier van, 4x4 and alloy-mounted tyres cost a little more as price follows the weight.
How do I pack a tyre to post it?
Clean it, wrap it fully in stretch wrap or a tyre bag, protect any alloy faces, tape it and attach the label to the wrap. A clean, wrapped tyre is far less likely to be refused.
Do I need a box to send a tyre?
Usually no. Most couriers accept a securely wrapped tyre, which keeps the price down. A few prefer a boxed tyre, so check the service before you book.
How do I send a full set of tyres?
Each tyre is quoted as a parcel, and you can book all four together in one checkout with one collection. This saves time and keeps the handover simple.
What is the cheapest way to send a tyre?
A wrapped car tyre on an economy service, from £8.58, though next-day is often only pennies more at £8.60, so compare both before you choose.
Can I send tyres on alloy wheels?
Yes, but they are much heavier and bulkier, so quote by the actual packed weight, protect the wheel faces and add cover to match the extra value.
Can I send tyres abroad?
Yes, on international services from carriers such as UPS and DHL. Pricing is higher as tyres are heavy, so compare carefully and complete a customs declaration.
Can I track and insure tyres?
Yes. Every booking includes tracking, and you can add cover for premium or alloy-mounted tyres. Keep your proof of posting in case you need to claim.
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