Your choice of gaming system is much like your choice of beverage, a matter of taste. We offer the most reliable way to send a game console and accessories, to anywhere in the World.
These powerful entertainment devices have become hugely popular over the past 20 years, so much so that we feel we have become a specialist courier for PlayStation's with the amount of them that we handle. We don't just send PlayStations, we can ship any game console, headset, or controller from just £6.53 + VAT. So if you are sending a game console for repair, or have sold it on eBay, we have a range of shipping options to suit your budget and requirements.
As we only partner with industry leaders, when you send an Xbox console, or any other gaming device, it can be fully insured against loss or damage (exclusions apply). We only use the World's most reliable carriers, such as DHL, UPS, DPD and Fedex.
We find that someone would generally use our courier for PlayStation service when they have sold the device or are sending a PlayStation for repair, or to a friend or family member.
Have a look at our our 'Send a Parcel' tool located above to see how much you can save when you send a gaming console with us.
Please take a few minutes to read our packing instructions before sending a games console.
How to Send Game Consoles by Courier
Prerequisites:
Bubble wrap
Parcel tape
Cardboard box
A cardboard box must be used for the outer packaging due to COVID-19 handling restrictions.
When you need to send a game console, for example, Xbox, PlayStation or Nintendo Switch, the correct packaging will ensure that it arrives in one piece.
Sending a game console for repair or servicing, or after an eBay sale, is simple with Overland Express.
Where possible, always use the manufacturers packaging and enclose it in an additional outer box, for added security. An additional box can be found free of charge at most local supermarkets.
When preparing to send a game console, line the first box with a minimum of 2 layers of bubble wrap, then wrap the game console itself in 2 layers of bubble wrap, keeping any cables and accessories separate, to avoid any possible damage during transit. Place the item in the lined box and fill any gaps with additional bubble wrap or packing material. Crumpled paper can also be used to fill any spaces. Make sure that no surfaces are touching the sides, or top and bottom of the box.
Put an additional 2 layers of bubble wrap on top of the item, before closing the box and sealing with good quality parcel tape. Seal the box in both directions, paying attention to the seams and edges. Extra attention at this stage will minimise any risk of damage during transit.
Once this stage is finished, prepare the outer box, using 2-3 layers of parcel tape to secure the bottom of the box. Line the base and the sides of the box with bubble wrap and place the first box inside the larger box. You may need to add additional layers of bubble wrap, depending on the size of the outer box.
Fill any gaps with crumpled paper or packing material and shake the box to check if there is any movement. You can add additional packing material to make sure that the inner box does not move around during transit.
Once you are happy with the packing, seal the box securely with parcel tape and print off and attach your parcel label to the box.
Don't just take our word for it, see what other people are saying about us.
Feline Guitars has partnered with this small company for several years and consistently received excellent service and competitive pricing. Before that, we dealt directly with UPS, but found communication increasingly difficult. In an industry that's becoming more automated and impersonal, the personal attention and support offered by this team is both refreshing and greatly appreciated.
Feline Guitars
Southwell Guitars has been using Overland Express for several years to ship our instruments around the world. Unlike most major courier companies, which typically don't insure musical instruments, Overland Express offers a specialist insurance service tailored specifically for them—providing peace of mind for both my customers and myself. I also appreciate how accessible Stuart and Tim are—they're always easy to reach if I have questions or need assistance. Their support was especially valuable during the disruption caused by Brexit and the COVID pandemic. Overland Express is my go-to courier for shipping guitars, something I do regularly, and I recommend their services without hesitation.
Southwell Guitars
I've been using Overland Express for several years now to ship a significant number of both electric and acoustic guitars annually. I needed a shipping company that not only offered competitive rates but also provided insurance that would genuinely cover the full value of the instruments in the event of loss or damage. That's exactly what I found with Stuart and the team at Overland Express. They work with top-tier couriers and offer affordable insurance options for worldwide guitar shipping. In all the years I've used their service, I haven't encountered a single issue. Their service is fast, dependable, and it's a real advantage to have easy access to someone who can promptly assist if anything does come up. Highly recommended.
Loxley Custom Guitars
In this highly competitive market, we strive to keep our costs down by not embarking on expensive advertising campaigns, which in turn allows us to offer the lowest parcel delivery costs to you.
Our Quote and Book tool will provide you with an instant price for your parcel delivery with no hidden extra charges, the price shown on screen is exactly what you pay (unless optional insurance is purchased).
We offer Express and Road delivery services from DHL, which will all collect directly from you. The courier services from UPS have the extra benefit of you being able to leave your parcels at their drop off shops.
Tracking information for all of our parcel delivery services are updated whenever there is a noteworthy event. Email and SMS notifications may also be sent to the sender and/or the recipient, service dependant.
Specifically for expensive items, we can provide enhanced goods in transit insurance up to £20,000.00 for just 2.00% of the declared value. £50.00 Insurance is provided as standard.
Should the need arise, we can be contacted via telephone, email or live chat. There are no intermediaries or convoluted call queuing systems involved, you get to speak to our customer service ageents immediately.