Typical mail delivery time

The typical mail delivery time varies depending on the type of mail, the distance it needs to travel, and the efficiency of the postal service. Here are some general guidelines on what you can expect:

First-Class Mail

• Within the same city or zip code: 1-2 business days
• Within the same state: 2-3 business days
• Across the country: 3-5 business days
• International: 6-10 business days

Priority Mail

• Within the same city or zip code: 1 business day
• Within the same state: 1-2 business days
• Across the country: 2-3 business days
• International: 6-10 business days

Priority Mail Express

• Within the same city or zip code: 1 business day
• Within the same state: 1 business day
• Across the country: 1-2 business days
• International: 2-3 business days

Standard Mail

• Within the same city or zip code: 3-5 business days
• Within the same state: 5-7 business days
• Across the country: 7-10 business days
• International: 10-14 business days

USPS Estimated Delivery Times

• For First-Class Mail, Priority Mail, and Priority Mail Express, the USPS estimates delivery times as follows:
  • 1-3 business days for destinations within the same state
  • 3-5 business days for destinations within the same region (e.g., Northeast, Midwest, South, West Coast)
  • 5-7 business days for destinations across the country
  • 7-10 business days for international destinations

Please note that these are general estimates and actual delivery times may vary depending on various factors, such as weather, holidays, and mail volume.