How long does mailing a package take
The time it takes to mail a package depends on several factors, including the shipping carrier, service level, destination, and package weight. Here are some general guidelines for the most popular shipping carriers:
USPS (United States Postal Service)
- First-Class Mail (1-3 business days): $0.55 (up to 1 oz) to $3.50 (up to 13 oz)
- Priority Mail (1-3 business days): $7.50 (up to 1 lb) to $24.50 (up to 70 lbs)
- Priority Mail Express (1-2 business days): $25.50 (up to 1 lb) to $44.50 (up to 70 lbs)
UPS (United Parcel Service)
- UPS Ground (1-5 business days): $6.50 (up to 1 lb) to $24.50 (up to 150 lbs)
- UPS 3-Day Select (3 business days): $14.50 (up to 1 lb) to $34.50 (up to 150 lbs)
- UPS 2nd Day Air (2 business days): $18.50 (up to 1 lb) to $44.50 (up to 150 lbs)
- UPS Next Day Air (1 business day): $29.50 (up to 1 lb) to $64.50 (up to 150 lbs)
FedEx
- FedEx Ground (1-5 business days): $7.50 (up to 1 lb) to $34.50 (up to 150 lbs)
- FedEx Express Saver (2 business days): $14.50 (up to 1 lb) to $34.50 (up to 150 lbs)
- FedEx 2Day (2 business days): $18.50 (up to 1 lb) to $44.50 (up to 150 lbs)
- FedEx Standard Overnight (1 business day): $29.50 (up to 1 lb) to $64.50 (up to 150 lbs)
DHL
- DHL Express (1-5 business days): $10.50 (up to 1 lb) to $34.50 (up to 150 lbs)
- DHL Express Worldwide (1-5 business days): $14.50 (up to 1 lb) to $44.50 (up to 150 lbs)
Keep in mind that these are general estimates and actual delivery times may vary depending on various factors, such as weather, traffic, and holidays. It's always a good idea to check with the shipping carrier for the most up-to-date information and to track your package once it's shipped.