What time does royal mail deliver packages
Royal Mail, the UK's postal service, delivers packages at various times depending on the type of service used and the location. Here are some general guidelines:
Standard Delivery (1-3 working days)
- Typically delivered between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday
- May be delivered earlier or later, depending on the local delivery schedule
1st Class Delivery (1 working day)
- Typically delivered by 1:00 pm, Monday to Friday
- May be delivered earlier, but not guaranteed
Special Delivery (Guaranteed by 1:00 pm)
- Delivered by 1:00 pm, Monday to Friday
- Guaranteed delivery by this time, or a refund is offered
Saturday Delivery
- Available for an additional fee, typically delivered between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm
- Not available for all postcodes and areas
Collection from Post Office
- If you're unable to receive your package, you can collect it from your local Post Office during their opening hours
Please note that these are general guidelines and delivery times may vary depending on various factors, such as:
- Weather conditions
- Traffic congestion
- High volumes of mail
- Remote or rural locations
- Public holidays
If you're concerned about the delivery time of a specific package, you can track it using Royal Mail's tracking service or contact their customer service team for more information.