CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS



We consent to the incorporation by reference in the registration statements of
Corporate Express, Inc. on Form S-8 (File No. 33-86574) and on Form S-4 (File
No. 333-07909) of our report dated April 4, 1996 relating to the consolidated
balance sheet of Miller Stationers Ltd. as of January 31, 1996 and the related
statements of earnings and retained earnings and changes in financial position
for the year then ended.


/s/  KPMG 
Chartered Accountants

Edmonton, Canada
September 19, 1996