How long does royal mail take to deliver 2nd class

According to Royal Mail's guidelines, the estimated delivery times for 2nd Class mail in the UK are:

• 2-3 working days for items sent within the UK
• 3-5 working days for items sent to the Channel Islands and Isle of Man
• 5-7 working days for items sent to Europe (including Ireland)
• 7-10 working days for items sent to other international destinations

Please note that these are estimated delivery times and may vary depending on various factors, such as:

• The time of posting: If you post your item on a Friday, it may not be delivered until the following Monday.
• The destination: Delivery times may be longer for rural or remote areas.
• The type of item: Large or heavy items may take longer to deliver.
• Inclement weather: Extreme weather conditions, such as heavy snow or flooding, can cause delays.
• High volumes of mail: During peak periods, such as Christmas, delivery times may be longer due to increased volumes of mail.

It's also worth noting that Royal Mail aims to deliver 98% of 2nd Class mail within 3 working days, but this is not a guaranteed service. If you need a faster delivery service, you may want to consider using Royal Mail's 1st Class or Special Delivery services.