One driver. No other stops.
Just your package.
Direct courier service is the fastest, most secure way to move something same-day. A single dedicated driver picks up your package and drives it straight to the destination — no warehouses, no sorting, no other deliveries on the way. Point A to point B, one set of hands, one timestamp.
What "Direct" Actually Means
There are courier services and there is direct courier service. Here's the difference.
Single Driver
One driver picks up and one driver delivers. No relays, no swaps, no chain of custody questions.
No Other Stops
Your package doesn't share a vehicle with anyone else's. The driver goes directly from your pickup to your drop-off.
No Warehouses
Nothing gets staged, sorted, or held. The package never sits in a depot — it's on the road the moment it's picked up.
Chain of Custody
For legal, medical, and high-value shipments, a single driver means an unbroken chain of custody. One signature in, one signature out.
Fastest Possible Transit
No detours, no batching delays. Toronto to St. Catharines in under 2 hours, door to door.
Highest Security
No sortation handling, no transfer points, no other shipments commingled. Ideal for confidential documents and sensitive items.
When to Choose Direct
Legal Documents
Original signed contracts, court filings, sealed envelopes. One driver, no chain of custody breaks.
Lab & Medical Samples
Time and temperature sensitive specimens that cannot be batched with other shipments.
Prototypes & IP
Confidential prototypes, sensitive engineering samples, anything you don't want sitting in a sortation facility.
High Value Items
Jewellery, art, watches, electronics — single-driver custody for insured shipments.
Direct vs Rush vs Same-Day
| Direct | Rush | Same-Day | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other stops on route | None | Minimal | Yes (batched) |
| Dispatch time | Immediate | 60–90 min | Window-based |
| Chain of custody | Single driver | Single driver | May transfer |
| Best for | Legal, medical, high-value | Urgent same-day | Standard same-day |
| Price | Premium | Mid | Standard |
Direct Delivery FAQ
What's the difference between direct and rush delivery?expand_more
Both are same-day, but direct is more exclusive. With direct, your package is the only thing in the vehicle — the driver runs straight from your pickup to your destination with no other stops. Rush is fast and prioritized, but the driver may have other stops on the route. Direct is the right choice when chain of custody, security, or maximum speed matters.
How fast is direct courier from St. Catharines to Toronto?expand_more
A direct run from St. Catharines to downtown Toronto typically takes 1.5 to 2 hours including pickup. Because there are no other stops, transit is limited only by traffic and distance — usually 20-30 minutes faster than a batched same-day run.
How much does direct delivery cost?expand_more
Direct delivery is priced based on distance, time, and exclusivity. Most direct runs in the GTA-to-Niagara corridor start around $99-$149. We quote up front before dispatch, no surprise charges.
Can I track a direct delivery?expand_more
Yes. Every direct delivery includes a real-time GPS tracking link and a photo proof of delivery sent the moment your package is dropped off. Signature capture available on request for legal and high-value items.
Do you offer direct courier 24/7?expand_more
Direct courier is available during our standard hours (6am-11pm weekdays, 8am-8pm weekends) and on-call after hours. For overnight or 1am-5am direct runs, contact dispatch directly — we can usually accommodate with notice.
What insurance do you carry?expand_more
PrimeRoutes is a fully licensed, bonded, and insured Ontario courier. Standard cargo insurance is included on all direct deliveries; additional insurance for high-value shipments is available on request.
One Driver. One Delivery. Done Today.
Quote a direct run online or call dispatch for an immediate booking.