How much does it cost to post a picture frame?
UK postage prices for a picture frame, compared across Royal Mail, Evri and InPost.
The cheapest way to post a picture frame is Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop for £2.62.
Based on a typical packed size of 45 × 35 × 6cm and weight of 1.2kg (Royal Mail size: Small Parcel).
Check your exact size & weightAll options for a picture frame
| 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 - Small (A) Drop in any InPost locker 24/7 - no printer needed | Usually 1-3 working days (recipient collects) | Yes | £2.99 approx. |
| 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 |
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 picture frame, 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 picture frame for posting
- Put masking tape in a cross over the glass so any break stays together.
- Protect the corners with cardboard corner protectors.
- Sandwich the frame between two pieces of corrugated cardboard.
- Wrap in bubble wrap and box it, or use a dedicated frame mailer.
Common mistake: Frames over 45cm on any side become Medium Parcels. Measure the packed size, not just the frame.
Good to know
Large frames are often cheaper by courier. For prints without glass, a rigid board-backed envelope may be enough.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.2kg | £2.62 | Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop |
| 1.8kg | £2.62 | Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop |
| 2.4kg | £2.62 | Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop |