Los Angeles Same-Day Courier and Messenger Service Pricing

Welcome to the end of surprise fees. The price we quote is the price you pay—no fuel surcharges, no hidden costs. Just straightforward pricing for reliable delivery service across L.A.

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Our Los Angeles Courier Service Rates

📦 Standard Courier

Small, Local Deliveries
Perfect for envelopes, small boxes, and items that don’t require special handling or equipment. Best for quick drop-offs within the same city or ZIP code—think Westwood to Westwood, or Hollywood to nearby neighborhoods.
Need to go a little farther than local? No problem. We’ll quote it before you commit — no surprises, ever.

  • Economy: From $25

  • Direct: From $29.50

  • Priority: From $39.50

✅ No fuel surcharge
✅ No weight concerns under 25 lbs
✅ Compact Vehicle Delivery
✅ Same-ZIP or nearby city drop-offs
White Glove Service available on request

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🚐 Compact Van Service

When you need a bit more room — oversized boxes, equipment, or bulkier loads.

  • Local (Same City or Neighborhood ZIPs) – from $69.50
    Think: Hollywood to Hollywood

  • Cross-Town (Longer but still local) – from $95.50
    Example: Santa Monica to Burbank

  • Need to go farther?
    No problem — just ask and we’ll quote it before you commit.

Included with Every Compact Van Delivery:
✅ No fuel surcharge
✅ No weight concerns under 25 lbs
✅ Dedicated compact van (not a gig app driver)
✅ White Glove Service available on request

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Cargo Van Service

Sterling Messenger cargo van parked in Los Angeles, ready for large or complex freight deliveries.

For Large or Complex Deliveries
Some deliveries just need more vehicle, more care, or more muscle. This is where we shine.

What We Consider When Quoting:

✅ Size and weight of the item(s)
✅ Loading/unloading time
✅ Vehicle type (Sprinter van, cargo van, etc.)
✅ Special handling needs (White Glove, liftgate, etc.)
✅ Delivery distance

Typical Starting Point:
From $185+, depending on complexity

Not sure what fits in what? That’s okay — we do.

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🚚 What Does “Doing It Yourself” Actually Cost?

(A typical 30-mile local delivery)
Think Santa Monica to Hollywood — about 15 miles each way

🚐 Vehicle & Fees:

  • Vehicle Rental: $19.95
  • Environmental Fee: $1.00
  • Insurance: $30.00
  • Roadside Support: $5.00
  • Mileage (30 miles @ $0.89/mile): $26.70
  • Mileage rate $0.99/mile when booked for same day/weekends
  • Additional Mileage (5 miles – trip to the gas station): $4.45
  • Estimated Tax: $2.26
  • Gas (15 mpg at $5/gal): $11.66

Subtotal: $101.02

🛠 Equipment:

  • Utility Dolly: $7.00
  • Furniture Pads: $10.00

Equipment Subtotal: $17.00

👷 Labor:

  • Driver (4 hours @ $25/hr): $100.00
  • Loading/Unloading (2 hours @ $100/hr): $200.00

Labor Subtotal: $300.00

Total Estimated DIY Cost: $418.02


✅ Sterling provides professional drivers, vehicles, and white-glove service—
no rentals, no heavy lifting, no hassle.

🧠 “Because no one ever rented a truck for the sheer fun of it.”


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