Understanding Delivery Fees, Surge & Distance Pricing

How GrabGo calculates delivery fares, distance-based rates, rain surge multipliers, campus discounts, and the Express Guarantee SLA.

GBWritten by GrabGo Team
Updated August 20263 min read
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Components of a Delivery Fee

Delivery charges are calculated automatically based on objective, real-time factors:

Distance Calculation (KM)

Calculated based on the shortest driving distance between the store and your exact delivery pin coordinates.

Zone Type (Campus vs Metropolitan)

Discounted flat-rate delivery tiers for university campus zones (e.g. UCC Old Site, New Site, Diaspora Hostels).

Rain & Weather Surge Multiplier

During heavy tropical downpours or severe traffic bottlenecks, a modest rain fee incentive encourages more riders to stay active on the road.

Express Delivery Guarantee

Select Express Delivery for prioritized rider dispatch. If delivery arrives after the promised guarantee time, the express fee is automatically refunded to your GrabGo Credits.

Zero Hidden Fees: The total amount displayed on your checkout screen before payment is the exact final amount debited. There are no surprise surcharges.

Frequently Asked Questions on This Topic

Why does the delivery fee differ between two restaurants?

Delivery fees are directly proportional to the physical distance between the restaurant and your delivery address.

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