How fast is us mail
The speed of the United States Postal Service (USPS) depends on the type of mail service you choose. Here are some general guidelines:
First-Class Mail
- Average delivery time: 1-3 business days within the contiguous United States
- Maximum weight: 13 ounces
- Maximum size: 11.5 inches long, 6.125 inches high, and 1/4 inch thick
Priority Mail
- Average delivery time: 1-2 business days within the contiguous United States
- Maximum weight: 70 pounds
- Maximum size: 108 inches long, 165 inches wide, and 108 inches high
- Flat Rate boxes available for a fixed price
Priority Mail Express
- Average delivery time: Overnight to most US addresses
- Maximum weight: 70 pounds
- Maximum size: 108 inches long, 165 inches wide, and 108 inches high
- Guaranteed delivery by 12 pm or 2 pm, depending on the destination
Regional Rate Boxes
- Average delivery time: 2-3 business days within the contiguous United States
- Maximum weight: 70 pounds
- Maximum size: Varies by box size
- Flat Rate boxes available for a fixed price
Parcel Post
- Average delivery time: 2-9 business days within the contiguous United States
- Maximum weight: 70 pounds
- Maximum size: Varies by box size
- Less expensive than Priority Mail, but slower delivery time
International Mail
- Average delivery time: 6-10 business days to Canada, 7-21 business days to other countries
- Maximum weight: 70 pounds
- Maximum size: Varies by country and box size
- Customs forms and duties may apply
Please note that these are general guidelines and delivery times may vary depending on the specific origin and destination, as well as any unforeseen circumstances such as inclement weather or high volumes of mail.