How long from rdc to delivery royal mail
The delivery time from Royal Mail's Regional Distribution Centre (RDC) to the final delivery point can vary depending on several factors, including:
- Distance: The farther the delivery point is from the RDC, the longer it takes.
- Service type: The type of service chosen (e.g., 1st Class, 2nd Class, Special Delivery) affects the delivery time.
- Time of day: Deliveries are typically made during the day, but peak hours may impact delivery times.
- Weather and traffic: Inclement weather or heavy traffic can slow down delivery times.
That being said, here are some general guidelines on what you can expect:
1st Class Mail:
- Typically delivered within 1-3 working days from the RDC to the final delivery point.
- Average delivery time: 2-2.5 working days.
2nd Class Mail:
- Typically delivered within 3-5 working days from the RDC to the final delivery point.
- Average delivery time: 3.5-4.5 working days.
Special Delivery:
- Typically delivered by 1 pm the next working day from the RDC to the final delivery point.
- Average delivery time: 1-2 working days.
Royal Mail's own estimates:
- Royal Mail estimates that 93% of 1st Class mail is delivered within 1 working day, and 98% within 2 working days.
- For 2nd Class mail, Royal Mail estimates that 93% is delivered within 3 working days, and 98% within 4 working days.
Please note that these are general estimates and may vary depending on the specific circumstances of your delivery. If you're concerned about the delivery time of a specific item, you can contact Royal Mail's customer service for more information.