Commercial Auto Insurance
Covers company-owned delivery vehicles for accidents and cargo-related mishaps.
How it worksTransportation
Insurance for Courier & Delivery Businesses
Coverage built around the pace and unpredictability of last-mile delivery.
One application, shopped to our A-rated carrier network. Number of offers depends on carrier appetite for your class, state, and loss history.
What underwriters look at
Courier and delivery businesses spend most of their working day in traffic, making frequent stops, parking illegally for a minute at a time, and moving quickly between drop-offs. That pace creates a steady drumbeat of small fender-benders and occasional serious accidents, and insurers price policies with that reality in mind.
Many delivery operators use a mix of company vehicles and drivers using their own cars, which raises the question of whether personal auto policies will respond at all. Personal insurers frequently exclude commercial delivery use, so a courier business typically needs its own commercial auto or hired-and-non-owned auto coverage to close that gap.
The goods being carried matter too. A courier moving legal documents faces different exposure than one hauling pharmaceuticals or restaurant food, and cargo coverage should be matched to the value and sensitivity of what you actually transport.
Frequent stop-and-go accidents
Constant stopping, double-parking, and pedestrian-heavy routes increase the frequency of minor collisions, which can add up over a policy term even if individually small.
Personal auto coverage gaps
Drivers using personal vehicles for deliveries may find their personal policy denies a claim once the insurer learns the vehicle was being used commercially.
Cargo and package liability
Lost, damaged, or stolen packages can create disputes with clients who expect reimbursement for the value of the goods, especially for high-value or time-sensitive shipments.
Independent contractor exposure
Businesses relying on gig-style drivers still often face liability questions if a driver causes an accident while working under the company's name or app.
The coverage stack for courier & delivery
Most owners in this class start here. A licensed agent will confirm what your contracts, state, and payroll actually require.
General Liability Insurance
Covers claims like property damage at a client's location during drop-off or pickup.
How it worksWorkers' Compensation Insurance
Covers injuries to employed drivers and warehouse staff in most states.
How it worksCyber Liability Insurance
Protects customer and delivery data if your dispatch or routing systems are breached.
How it worksWhat it typically costs
Courier insurance pricing depends on fleet size, whether drivers use personal or company vehicles, and the type of goods delivered.
| Business size | Typical annual range |
|---|---|
Solo courier or 1–2 vehicles Reflects basic commercial auto and liability for a small local delivery operation. | $4,500 – $9,000 / yr |
Small fleet, 5–15 vehicles Costs scale with vehicle count and delivery volume across a metro area. | $28,000 – $70,000 / yr |
Regional courier network, 25+ vehicles Larger networks often add cargo and hired/non-owned auto layers. | $90,000 – $220,000+ / yr |
Illustrative ranges only. Premium varies by state, carrier, limits, payroll, and loss history — it is not a quote.
What moves your premium
- Number and type of vehicles
- Whether drivers use company or personal vehicles
- Value and type of goods delivered
- Delivery radius and traffic density
- Driver screening and turnover
- Claims history
Courier & Delivery insurance questions
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One application. Up to 10 competing quotes from A-rated carriers. A licensed agent presents your best options, usually within one business day.