Freight & bulk courier quote — South Africa
Shipping 30 kg or more? We source quotes from DSV, RAM Hand‑to‑Hand, Aramex Freight, Bidvest Panalpina and Fastway Corporate. Cheapest wins. Reply within 4 business hours.
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How DeliverAI Freight works
- You submit the shipment details (weight, origin, destination, pickup date).
- We source quotes from 3–5 freight operators best matched to your lane and weight.
- We reply within 4 business hours with 2 options: cheapest + mid‑tier, both including our 15% margin.
- You pay 50% EFT deposit to lock in the operator. Balance settles on delivery.
- We coordinate pickup and delivery end-to-end. You get tracking updates via WhatsApp.
Common freight lanes we cover
Nationwide door-to-door. Below are the corridors we quote most often. Missing your lane? Submit anyway — we source new operators every week.
Freight quote FAQs
How much does freight shipping cost in South Africa?
Freight costs in South Africa vary by weight, distance, urgency, and operator. A 300 kg palletised shipment from Johannesburg to a regional town like Queenstown typically costs between R 3,500 and R 6,000 with standard road freight. DeliverAI Freight sources live quotes from multiple operators so you get the cheapest price, not the first one you call.
What is the minimum weight for freight in South Africa?
Most South African freight operators (DSV, RAM Hand-to-Hand, Aramex Freight) start at 30 kg. Below 30 kg, standard parcel couriers (The Courier Guy, Aramex, PUDO, Pargo) are usually cheaper. Compare parcel rates for under 30 kg on our main comparison page.
How long does it take to get a freight quote from DeliverAI?
We reply with 2 to 3 operator quotes within 4 business hours. Standard business hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00 SAST. For urgent shipments, WhatsApp us on +27 65 286 1886.
What areas does DeliverAI Freight cover in South Africa?
Nationwide door-to-door. Our freight partners cover all 9 provinces including outlying areas that parcel couriers do not service, such as Queenstown, Kokstad, Louis Trichardt, and rural KZN, Eastern Cape and Limpopo.
How does DeliverAI Freight make money on freight?
We charge a transparent 15% brokerage markup on the operator cost. This covers sourcing quotes, coordinating pickup, and managing the shipment end-to-end. There are no hidden fees, and we show you the operator name so you know exactly who is transporting your goods.
Do you handle palletised freight and hazardous goods?
Yes — we handle palletised freight (any pallet count), and we source dangerous-goods (DG) certified operators for hazmat cargo. Flag hazmat or fragile items when you submit your quote so we route to the right operator.