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Medical & Laboratory Courier Service

Urgent medical courier for lab samples, specimens and clinical equipment. A dedicated driver collects in a target of 30–60 minutes and drives straight to the lab, clinic or hospital – no hubs, no handovers, live GPS tracking and proof of delivery.

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Dedicated Same Day Medical Courier – Direct to the Lab or Clinic

When a sample or piece of equipment is time-sensitive, every handover is a risk. Each Speedy job travels on its own vehicle, driven direct from collection to delivery, so your items are never mixed into a shared route or held at a depot. We carry laboratory specimens and samples, medical equipment, supplies and paperwork between surgeries, clinics, hospitals, labs and care homes. For the fastest options see our urgent courier and emergency courier services.

Medical Courier Service Across the UK

We have supported NHS services and still carry out courier work on behalf of the NHS. Our medical courier service delivers to and collects from hospitals, laboratories, surgeries and clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. Click an area to see our courier service there.

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Areas we cover

What we deliver to

Hospitals & NHS sitesPathology & private labsGP surgeries & clinicsPharmaciesDental labsResearch & university labs
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How Our Medical Courier Works

1

Get an instant quote

Enter the collection and delivery postcodes for a live price. Add a note about what you are sending and any handling needs.

2

Sealed and collected

You hand over the package sealed and packed. Our driver collects, usually within a 30–60 minute target, and goes straight to the destination.

3

Delivered & proof sent

Follow the journey with live GPS tracking. Instant proof of delivery is emailed as soon as it arrives.

Medical Items We Deliver

The Right Vehicle for Every Medical Delivery

Most samples travel by motorbike or small van. For larger equipment we have vans up to a Luton tail-lift. See our full courier vehicle size guide.

Motorbike & MotorcycleDocuments & packages under 5kg – motorbike couriers
Small Van (SV) – 1.4m1 pallet or up to 300kg
Medium Van (SWB) – 2.4m2 pallets or up to 600kg
Large Van (LWB) – 3.0m3 pallets or up to 800kg
X-Large Van (XLWB) – 4.0m4 pallets or up to 1,000kg
Luton Tail-Lift6 pallets – up to 4.2m loads

Why Choose Speedy for Medical Courier Work

Direct, no handovers

One driver and one vehicle from collection to delivery. Your items are never held at a depot or shared with other loads.

Collection target 30–60 minutes

A dedicated driver is usually close by, so urgent jobs get moving fast.

Live GPS tracking

Real-time updates so the lab or clinic knows when to expect your delivery.

Proof of delivery

Instant proof of delivery is emailed on arrival, useful for your audit trail.

Cool-box friendly

We do not run refrigerated vehicles, but we can carry items in your own cool box and keep the journey direct. Tell us when you book.

Fully insured

Goods-in-transit insurance on every consignment. Ask us about cover for high-value equipment.

Nationwide Same Day Delivery Coverage

With courier hubs in London, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds and Glasgow, we deliver to and from anywhere on the UK mainland. We also handle freight & cargo and man & van jobs. Wherever you are, a local controller routes the nearest driver to collect straight away.

Medical Courier FAQs

Can you carry laboratory samples and specimens?
Yes. We carry sealed, properly packaged samples between surgeries, clinics and laboratories. Please pack and label them as your lab requires and tell us what is in the parcel when you book.
Do you have temperature-controlled vehicles?
No, our vehicles are not refrigerated. If your items need to stay cool, we can carry them in your own cool box or insulated packaging, and a direct run keeps journey time as short as possible.
Can you collect urgently or out of hours?
Yes. You can book online 24/7, and for genuine emergencies see our emergency courier service or call 0330 223 4790.
Do I get proof of delivery?
Yes. You get live GPS tracking during the journey and instant proof of delivery by email when the delivery is made.
Can you carry hazardous or infectious material?
Items classed as dangerous goods must be packaged and declared in line with the regulations, and we can only carry what we are legally and safely able to. See our prohibited and restricted goods list, and please call us before booking if you are unsure.
How much does a medical courier cost?
Price depends on distance, vehicle size and urgency. Get an exact figure in seconds with our instant online quote tool.
Do you work with the NHS?
Yes. We have supported NHS services and still carry out courier work on behalf of the NHS, alongside private hospitals, laboratories, pharmacies and clinics. Call us on 0330 223 4790 to talk through your requirements.

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