Express courier. Direct.
Also overnight.
x25pronto Switzerland takes goods direct to the destination. Small loads go by car. Larger loads go by van or Van XL. Direct, express and overnight trips run Monday to Sunday when a slot is free. Free times are shown in the booking calendar. This keeps the plan clear.
Direct courier for urgent business deliveries
Direct courier service for businesses: how direct rides work, which hand-sized shipments qualify and how to plan pickups and time windows in Switzerland.
Quick answer
A direct courier drives your approved, hand-sized shipment straight from pickup to delivery — no parcel depot. For urgent business deliveries in Zurich, Basel, Bern and other Swiss cities this gives clearer scheduling, lower handling and faster, more predictable transfers.
What is a direct courier?
A direct courier carries your shipment on a direct route. The item stays in the vehicle and is not reloaded at a parcel centre. This reduces handling and delays. For companies it is useful for time-critical parts, documents or replacement items that would wait longer with standard parcel services.
Which shipments qualify?
Suitable items are approved, hand-sized and safely packed shipments that fit inside a passenger vehicle. Pack fragile parts carefully, secure loose items and prevent liquid leaks. Avoid dangerous goods, chilled goods, heavy machinery or items that need special permits.
Planning: pickup, time windows and direct route
When booking you provide pickup and delivery addresses and a desired time window. The courier drives directly from pickup to delivery. For businesses it pays to plan fixed pickup windows in the morning or afternoon to avoid disrupting production or installation schedules. Clear contact names and phone numbers help prevent delays.
Packaging and responsibility
You are responsible for proper packing and labelling. Use sturdy boxes, cushioning and strong outer protection. Mark sender, recipient and telephone number and add fragile labels when needed. Tell the courier about access rules or special handling needs at pickup or delivery.
Benefits for Swiss companies
A direct courier saves time for urgent shipments. You avoid transhipments and interim storage. This is useful for spare-part service, just-in-time deliveries, urgent documents or prototypes that must reach their destination quickly. In urban centres like Zurich or Geneva direct routing lowers the risk of depot-related delays.
Booking tips for businesses
Provide exact addresses and clear time windows. Have shipments ready for pickup and list contact persons with phone numbers. Pre-notify recipients with security checks. For regular needs consider a company account with standard procedures.
Frequently asked questions
Can I send large or heavy items?
Direct courier services are for hand-sized shipments that fit in a vehicle. Very large or heavy items generally require specialist freight, not a direct courier.
Can I expect a precise delivery window?
Yes. You set pickup and delivery windows when booking. Direct routing reduces variables, so time windows are typically more reliable than depot-based shipping.
What are the packing requirements?
Protect contents against shocks and movement. Use sturdy outer packaging, cushioning and seal liquids. Label fragile items clearly.
Is direct courier available across Switzerland?
Direct rides are possible in many regions, especially urban areas such as Zurich, Basel, Bern and Geneva. Availability depends on pickup location and distance.