Delivery & collection
Fast, flexible delivery across South Africa, or collect free from a Waltons store.
Standard delivery
R99 flat, nationwide
Typically 2 to 3 working days, nationwide by courier.
Same-day with @speed
R99 · selected areas
Delivered from your nearest store the same day. Set your area to check.
Click & collect
Free
Collect from your nearest Waltons store, or have it delivered to a store.
Same-day delivery with @speed
Same-day delivery from your nearest Waltons store, so a day that has gone sideways stays on track. The printer runs out of ink five minutes before a client call. A school project is suddenly due tomorrow. The home office runs dry at the worst possible time.
That is what @speed is for. For R99 we take care of the traffic and the timing, on everything from stationery and office supplies to tech, gadgets and project must-haves.
1. Confirm your area
Enter your address to check @speed availability where you are.
2. Search products
Find what you need: ink, stationery, paper, tech and school project must-haves.
3. Check @speed tags
The @speed tag on a product means it is in stock at your nearest participating store.
4. Secure checkout
Pick a delivery slot that suits you and pay securely.
5. Sit back
We are already on the move, and you get an SMS with live tracking.
Standard delivery
Not in a rush? Standard delivery is a flat-rate courier service from our distribution centres to anywhere in South Africa.
- Delivery fee
- R99 per order.
- Delivery times
- Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00. No deliveries on public holidays.
- Bulky items
- Some furniture and bulky items carry a surcharge, shown on the product page and in your cart.
Need to send something back? Return it to your nearest store or log a return.
Back-to-school shipping options
| Method | Timeframe | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waltons @speed | As little as 2 hours (same day) | Fee at checkout | Subject to slot availability and stock at your nearest store. |
| Courier delivery | 2 to 5 working days | R99 per order | Contactless, nationwide. Mon to Fri, 08:00 to 17:00. |
| Store collection | 2 to 4 working days | Free | Pick your store at checkout. Shipped from the distribution centre. |
| School handout | On the school's handout date | Free | Partner schools only. Closes 7 working days before the handout date. |
- No deliveries on weekends or public holidays.
- School handout is not available when you are ordering for children at two different schools, even if both schools opted in.
- We deliver anywhere in South Africa through our courier partner, but not outside it.
Delivery FAQs
How do I know if @speed is available in my area?
Set your delivery area, or enter your delivery address at checkout. If you are inside a served zone, same-day @speed options appear with the delivery times available for your address.
Which products qualify for @speed?
Look for the @speed tag while browsing. It means the item is in stock at your nearest participating Waltons store and can be delivered same-day.
What is the cut-off time for same-day delivery?
Cut-off times depend on your area and on the store's remaining capacity for the day. The time slots still open for your address are shown at checkout, and after the last one the next available window is the following day.
What if an item goes out of stock after I place my order?
You are refunded for the unavailable item automatically.
Can I track my @speed delivery?
Yes. Once your order leaves the store you get an SMS with a live tracking link, so you can follow it to your door.
How much does delivery cost?
Standard delivery is a flat R99 anywhere in South Africa. Same-day @speed delivery is R99 in served areas.
How long does delivery take?
Standard delivery is typically 2 to 5 working days. @speed is same-day in eligible areas. Set your delivery area to see exact options and dates for your address.
When do you deliver?
Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00. There are no deliveries on public holidays or over the weekend.
Can I collect my order?
Yes. Choose click & collect to pick your order up free from a Waltons store, or deliver-to-store. Use the store locator to find your nearest branch.
Do you deliver nationwide?
Yes, we deliver to addresses across South Africa via courier. We do not deliver outside South Africa.
Are there any delivery surcharges?
Some furniture and bulky items carry an additional delivery surcharge because of their size or weight. It is shown on the product page and added to your cart total, so it is never a surprise at checkout.
Please note: Delivery fees and free delivery thresholds differ between online orders and commercial account customers due to differences in order size, product mix and delivery requirements.