# Cost of running a van as a courier

> The real costs to budget when running a courier van, hire, fuel, insurance, maintenance and ULEZ, explained honestly. No credit check to get a quote.

Source: https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/guides/cost-of-running-a-van-as-a-courier

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# Cost of running a van as a courier

Updated October 2026 · 3 min read

**Running a courier van means budgeting for several cost categories: the van hire itself, fuel, insurance (arranged separately), maintenance and tyres, and clean-air charges like ULEZ where they apply. Exact figures depend on your van, mileage, area and insurer, so plan around the categories rather than a single headline number. Short-term hire makes the vehicle cost predictable and enquiring never affects your credit score.**

## What are the main costs of running a courier van?

- [courier van hire](https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/hire/courier-van-hire)
- [courier starter guide](https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/guides/how-to-become-a-self-employed-courier)
- [short-term van leasing](https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/hire/short-term-van-leasing)
- [documents guide](https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/guides/documents-you-need-to-hire-a-van)
- [tell us where you operate](https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/apply)
- [Check van options →](https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/apply?niche=van-trade)
- [Courier van hire](https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/hire/courier-van-hire)
- [Short-term van leasing](https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/hire/short-term-van-leasing)
- [Self-employed & sole traders](https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/hire/self-employed)
- [How to become a self-employed courier](https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/guides/how-to-become-a-self-employed-courier)
- [Van hire for DPD, Evri & Amazon drivers](https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/guides/van-hire-for-dpd-evri-and-amazon-drivers)
- [Documents you need to hire a van](https://fasttrackleasing.co.uk/guides/documents-you-need-to-hire-a-van)