Pony Express operates a same day courier service across Longton and the wider Stoke-on-Trent area — covering the ST3 postcode district — with collection in around 30 minutes and direct-drive delivery anywhere in the UK. All pricing is by quote. Call 0800 288 4052 for an instant no-obligation figure.

Longton coverage and response times

Our Longton couriers cover ST3 in full, taking in Meir, Dresden, Blurton and Blythe Bridge. The A50 — accessible within minutes from Longton — gives a fast dual-carriageway route west towards the M6 at Keele and east to the M1 at Derby. Stoke-on-Trent city centre is around 10 minutes north via the A50 and A5007, and East Midlands Airport is approximately 40 minutes away. The M6 at Junction 15 is reachable in under 20 minutes, providing fast national reach.

Industries we move every day in Longton

Longton sits at the southern tip of the famous Potteries district, and ceramics remains central to the local economy. We regularly collect fragile finished ceramics, bisque, kiln-dried samples and production tooling for pottery and tile manufacturers across the ST3 area, ensuring delicate goods are handled carefully and arrive intact. Beyond ceramics, Longton has a growing logistics and distribution sector, and we carry production parts and components for the engineering and automotive supply businesses operating across the Meir and Blythe Bridge industrial estates.

Vehicle options from Longton

How to get a same day courier quote in Longton

Phone 0800 288 4052 or send your details to sales@ponyexpress.co.uk. Include your ST3 collection postcode, delivery postcode, required collection time, and the dimensions, weight and description of your consignment. We quote every job individually and respond immediately.

Why Longton businesses use Pony Express

We've been delivering across the UK on a same day basis for over 30 years, and we understand the urgency that drives most of our calls — a customer waiting on a unique piece, a production line short of a component, or a time-sensitive document that needs to reach a boardroom by close of business. Every collection from Longton is a dedicated run: no depots, no shared loads, no handling chain. We operate 24/7/365, and all goods travel under full goods-in-transit cover.

Frequently asked questions

How quickly can you collect from Longton?

We aim to collect within 30 minutes of booking. Our controller will confirm an ETA based on the nearest available vehicle when you call.

Which postcodes do you cover around Longton?

ST3 is our core Longton area. We also cover the wider Stoke-on-Trent postcode range — ST1 through ST8 — and regularly extend to adjacent Cheshire and Derbyshire postcodes.

Can you carry fragile pottery safely?

Yes. We handle fragile consignments regularly. Our couriers take extra care with ceramics and breakable goods, and your shipment is covered by comprehensive goods-in-transit insurance throughout its journey.

How long is the drive from Longton to Birmingham?

Via the A50 and M6, central Birmingham is typically 50 to 65 minutes from Longton under normal conditions — a manageable same day run for most business hours.

How is the price worked out?

Every price is a bespoke quote based on distance, vehicle type, urgency and load. Call 0800 288 4052 for an instant figure.