How long is royal mail taking
The eternal question!
Royal Mail's delivery times can vary depending on several factors, including the type of service used, the distance between the sender and recipient, and the workload of the postal network. Here are some general guidelines on what you can expect:
Standard Delivery (2nd Class):
- Within the UK: 3-5 working days
- To Europe: 5-7 working days
- To Rest of the World: 7-10 working days
1st Class Delivery:
- Within the UK: 1-3 working days
- To Europe: 3-5 working days
- To Rest of the World: 5-7 working days
Special Delivery Guaranteed:
- Within the UK: 1 working day (next working day delivery)
- To Europe: 2 working days
- To Rest of the World: 3-5 working days
Tracked 24:
- Within the UK: 24 hours
- To Europe: 2-3 working days
- To Rest of the World: 3-5 working days
Please note that these are estimated delivery times and may vary due to various factors, such as:
- Inclement weather
- High volumes of mail
- Postal strikes or disruptions
- Recipient's address issues
You can track your Royal Mail parcel using their online tracking tool to get the most up-to-date information on its delivery status.