# Express delivery advice for Switzerland, Germany and Austria

Express delivery advice for Switzerland, Germany and Austria: what should you check first? This guide helps you plan the load. The booking and indicative price are handled on the right x25pronto country site.

- [Express courier for urgent shipments](/en/express-courier/)

- [Direct transport for one shipment](/en/direct-delivery/)

- [Same-day express delivery options](/en/same-day-courier/)

- [Overnight express for the next day](/en/overnight-express/)

- [Express van transport for larger goods](/en/van-express/)

- [Check XL van options up to 1,000 kg](/en/xl-van-express/)

- [Car express for small shipments](/en/car-express/)

- [Express delivery of documents](/en/document-express/)

- [Express delivery for spare parts](/en/spare-parts-express/)

## When does this service fit?

Time-critical trips need full details. These guides explain express service, direct delivery and van options.

Give the pickup point, destination and requested time. Check the size and weight of each large item. Add any loading limits.

Start with a clear description of the goods, the earliest pickup time and the full delivery address. Check the packed dimensions and weight, especially for large, fragile or heavy shipments. A small component may fit in a car, while bulky equipment may require a van and a suitable loading area. The sender must have everything ready when the vehicle arrives, and the receiving contact should be available for the handover. Mention gates, parking rules, access restrictions and any special care needed during transport. An urgent request does not always mean same-day delivery is possible; the route, available vehicles and collection time all matter. Use the relevant x25pronto country site to check indicative prices and available options. The trip is agreed only after booking confirmation.

### Example from a real-world workflow

A firm has an urgent load. A clear route and vehicle choice are needed before it can plan the trip.

#### Packing and handover

Use strong boxes for loose items. Large or heavy goods need a safe way to load them. Agree on the handover before pickup.

#### Limits and checks

Check prices and slots on the local x25pronto site. This site does not handle bookings.

Start with two clear addresses and a receiving contact. Check whether the vehicle can stop safely. Check that the goods are allowed and safe to transport before handing them over.

#### Common questions

##### What would this job cost?

The distance is not the only factor. Size, time and vehicle type matter. Check the estimate on x25pronto.

##### Is a pickup already confirmed?

No. You can check the route here, but a courier trip must still be confirmed in the booking process.

#### Check the route and price guide in the right country

Use the booking page for the country of the trip. Enter the pickup, delivery point, item size and preferred time. Start with two clear addresses and a receiving contact. Check whether the vehicle can stop safely. The trip is only agreed once the booking is confirmed.

#### Switzerland

Check domestic Swiss trips on x25pronto.ch.

- [Choose a country and check a trip](https://x25pronto.ch/de/)

#### Germany

Check domestic German trips on x25pronto.de.

- [Choose a country and check a trip](https://x25pronto.de/de/)

#### Austria

Check domestic Austrian trips on x25pronto.at.

- [Choose a country and check a trip](https://x25pronto.at/de/)

#### Related guidance

- [Express courier for urgent shipments](/en/express-courier/)

- [Direct transport for one shipment](/en/direct-delivery/)

- [Same-day express delivery options](/en/same-day-courier/)

- [Overnight express for the next day](/en/overnight-express/)

- [Express van transport for larger goods](/en/van-express/)

- [Check XL van options up to 1,000 kg](/en/xl-van-express/)