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Pony Express Couriers

Pony Express provides a same day courier service across Hackney and the surrounding area — covering the E8, E9 and N16 postcodes — with collection in around 30 minutes and direct-drive delivery anywhere in the UK. Pricing is by quote. Call 0800 288 4052 for an instant no-obligation quote.

Hackney coverage and response times

We cover Hackney Central, London Fields, Hackney Wick, Homerton, Dalston, Stoke Newington and the surrounding E8, E9 and N16 area. The A10 runs north to the A406 North Circular and south to the City of London in under 15 minutes. The A12 at Hackney Wick connects east to the M11 and Stratford. Canary Wharf is 25 minutes by van; Heathrow Airport under 1 hour via the A40. The Olympic Park and Here East technology campus are on the borough's eastern edge.

Industries we move every day in Hackney

Hackney is home to a dynamic creative and technology economy. We collect regularly from media production companies around Hackney Wick, tech startups and agencies at Here East and throughout Shoreditch and Bethnal Green borders, fashion and design businesses in London Fields, and healthcare providers across the Homerton University Hospital catchment. We also serve Hackney's vibrant food and hospitality sector with urgent supply deliveries.

Vehicle options from Hackney

Vehicle Typical load Best for
Motorbike Documents, small parcels City of London or West End — fastest in traffic
Small van Up to 200 kg Tech equipment, samples, medical supplies
SWB/LWB van Up to 800 kg Creative kit, fashion stock, trade components
Luton van Up to 1,000 kg Set builds, exhibition materials, office moves
7.5t–18t rigid Up to 8 pallets Large commercial loads, national UK delivery
Onboard courier (OBC) Carry-on baggage Next-flight-out from Heathrow, Gatwick or Stansted

How to get a same day courier quote in Hackney

Call 0800 288 4052 or email sales@ponyexpress.co.uk with your collection postcode (E8, E9 or N16), delivery address and required time, plus dimensions, weight and a description of the goods.

Why Hackney businesses use Pony Express

In London's most creative borough, timing is everything. We collect in around 30 minutes and drive direct — no sorting depots, no unnecessary stops. Available 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Full goods-in-transit insurance on every consignment, backed by 30-plus years of same day courier experience.

Frequently asked questions

How quickly can you collect in Hackney?
We aim to have a courier with you within 30 minutes of your call anywhere in E8, E9 or N16.
Do you cover the rest of East London?
Yes — we cover all London postcodes including Shoreditch (E1), Bethnal Green (E2), Stratford (E15), Islington (N1), Stoke Newington (N16) and the full E, N and EC postcode areas.
How long does it take to reach the City from Hackney?
The City of London is typically 10–20 minutes by motorbike or van via the A10, depending on traffic and time of day.
Can you handle creative or media production deliveries?
Absolutely — we regularly move production kit, film rushes, fashion samples and creative materials around London and nationwide.
Is pricing by quote?
Yes — all pricing is by quote based on your specific job. Call or email for a prompt, no-obligation price.

Materials

Pony Sameday transports anything that is legal.

Tracking

Full live tracking updates.

Dimensions

Max Vehicle Payload and Load Space
Length (cm) Width (cm) Height (cm) Weight (kg) Pallet Space (Standard)
Motor Bike 30 30 30 7 0
Small Van 1500 120 100 350 1
Midi Van 2000 120 110 500 2
Short Wheel Base Van 2.4m 2400 120 120 950 2
Long Wheel Base Van 4m 4000 120 170 900 3
Extra Long Wheel Base Van 4.2m 4200 120 170 950 4
Luton Van 4000 200 200 900 4
7.5 Tonne Lorry 5000 240 220 2000 10
18 Tonne Lorry 8300 250 260 9000 16
26 Tonne Lorry 9200 250 260 15000 18
44 Tonne Lorry 13060 250 260 28000 26

Care Instructions

Make sure your goods are packaged in a suitable manner.

Pricing is by quote — every job is different.
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