How long does 1st class royal mail take to arrive

Royal Mail's 1st Class mail service is designed to deliver mail within the UK within the following timescales:

• Monday to Saturday: 93% of 1st Class mail is delivered within 1 working day (next day) to addresses in the UK.
• Sunday: 1st Class mail is not delivered on Sundays, except for special arrangements for certain types of mail, such as newspapers and magazines.

However, it's worth noting that these timescales are not guaranteed and may vary depending on various factors, such as:

• The distance between the sender and recipient
• The volume of mail being processed at the time
• Any unforeseen circumstances, such as severe weather or industrial action
• The recipient's address and whether it's a residential or business address

In general, you can expect 1st Class mail to arrive within the following timescales:

• Within the same day (next day) for most UK addresses
• Within 2-3 working days for more remote or rural areas
• Within 3-5 working days for international destinations

If you're concerned about the delivery time of your mail, you can track your item using Royal Mail's Track and Confirm service, which provides updates on the status of your mail.