Forget FedEx: Why Loop Rideshare is the Cheapest Same-Day Courier in Canada
Compare prices for Toronto to Montreal delivery and see how the "Empty Trunk" economy is saving Canadians hundreds of dollars.
Have you ever tried to send a set of keys, a laptop charger, or a birthday gift to another city for same-day delivery?
If you have, you know the pain. You walk into a traditional courier store, ask for "Same Day Delivery" from Toronto to Montreal, and they quote you $150 to $300. It’s painful.
But what if your package could hitch a ride?
Loop Rideshare has revolutionized intercity logistics by allowing drivers to carry packages when they have empty trunk space. It’s faster, greener, and significantly cheaper than any big-box courier.
The "Empty Trunk" Economy: How It Works
The concept is simple. Thousands of Loop drivers travel between major hubs like Brampton, London, Waterloo, Ottawa, and Montreal every day.
- If a driver has an empty seat, they take a passenger.
- If they don’t have a passenger, they take a package.
Because the driver is already going there, they don’t need to charge you a premium for gas or labor. They just want to cover their costs. This allows Loop to offer Same-Day Delivery at prices that UPS, FedEx, and Canada Post simply cannot match.
Price Showdown: Loop vs. The Giants
Let’s look at the numbers. Here is a cost comparison for sending a standard shoebox-sized package (5lbs) from Toronto to Montreal (540 km) for delivery today.
| Service Provider | Service Level | Estimated Cost* | Delivery Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| FedEx | Same Day / Next Flight | $250+ | Same Day (Evening) |
| UPS | Express Critical | $280+ | Same Day (Evening) |
| Canada Post | Priority™ (Fastest) | $60 - $90 | Next Day (Usually) |
| Loop Rideshare | Package Delivery | $30 - $50 | Same Day (< 6 Hours) |
* Prices are estimates based on standard courier urgent rates. Loop prices vary by driver but are capped to ensure affordability.
The "Max Cap" Guarantee: No Price Gouging
You might be wondering: "Can’t a driver just charge me whatever they want?"
No.
At Loop, we believe in fair pricing. Unlike other platforms where prices skyrocket during high demand, Loop has a Maximum Price Cap integrated into our algorithm.
- Distance-Based Pricing: We calculate the fair cost based on the exact km distance between the pickup and drop-off cities.
- The Ceiling: Drivers cannot charge above the set cap. This ensures that sending a parcel from Mississauga to Kingston stays affordable, whether it’s a Tuesday morning or a holiday weekend.
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