How much does it cost to post a pair of trainers?
UK postage prices for a pair of trainers, compared across Royal Mail, Evri and InPost.
The cheapest way to post a pair of trainers is Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop for £2.62.
Based on a typical packed size of 36 × 24 × 14cm and weight of 1.3kg (Royal Mail size: Small Parcel).
Check your exact size & weightAll options for a pair of trainers
| Service | Speed | Tracked | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop Drop at a ParcelShop; recipient collects from their chosen shop | Usually 2-4 working days (recipient collects) | Yes | £2.62 |
| InPost Locker to locker - Medium (B) Drop in any InPost locker 24/7 - no printer needed | Usually 1-3 working days (recipient collects) | Yes | £3.49 approx. |
| Evri Small parcel Book online, drop at an Evri ParcelShop or locker | Usually 2-3 working days | Yes | £3.52 |
| InPost Locker to locker - Large (C) Drop in any InPost locker 24/7 - no printer needed | Usually 1-3 working days (recipient collects) | Yes | £3.99 approx. |
| Royal Mail Tracked 48 (bought online) Print label online, drop at Post Office, postbox or collection | Aims for 2-3 working days | Yes | £4.25 approx. |
| Royal Mail 2nd Class Small Parcel Post Office counter or stamps | Aims for 2-3 working days | No | £4.60 |
| Evri Standard parcel Book online, drop at an Evri ParcelShop or locker | Usually 2-3 working days | Yes | £4.79 approx. |
| Royal Mail Tracked 24 (bought online) Print label online, drop at Post Office, postbox or collection | Aims for next working day | Yes | £5.45 approx. |
| Royal Mail 1st Class Small Parcel Post Office counter or stamps | Aims for next working day | No | £5.90 |
| Royal Mail 2nd Class Medium Parcel Post Office counter | Aims for 2-3 working days | No | £7.50 |
Prices from 5 October 2026, last checked 1 October 2026. Prices marked approx. are our best estimate – confirm with the carrier before paying.
Royal Mail or a courier?
The cheapest Royal Mail option is Tracked 48 (bought online) at £4.25, and the cheapest courier is Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop at £2.62 – so for a pair of trainers, a courier is cheaper by £1.63. Royal Mail delivers to the door and you can hand it in at any Post Office; courier drop-off services are often cheaper but may need the recipient to collect from a shop or locker.
How to pack a pair of trainers for posting
- Stuff each shoe with paper so it keeps its shape.
- Put them in the original shoebox if you have it - buyers like it.
- Wrap the shoebox in a mailing bag or brown paper; don't post the shoebox as it is.
- Measure the wrapped box - most fit within 45 x 35 x 16cm.
Common mistake: Putting a shoebox inside a bigger cardboard box often pushes it into Medium Parcel size. A mailing bag over the shoebox is cheaper and just as good.
Good to know
Collectable trainers need a box with padding and a tracked service with enough cover. Photograph them before posting in case of a dispute.
What if yours is heavier?
Weight changes the price, so here is the cheapest option at the same size but heavier weights.
| Packed weight | Cheapest | Service |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3kg | £2.62 | Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop |
| 1.95kg | £2.62 | Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop |
| 2.6kg | £2.62 | Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop |