USPS Priority Mail Delivers in 1-3 Business Days Domestically
For domestic shipments within the United States, USPS Priority Mail typically takes 1 to 3 business days to arrive.
This service is a popular choice as it provides a balance of speed and cost for sending packages and documents.
The exact delivery time within this 1-3 day window depends on several factors:
- Origin and Destination: The distance the package needs to travel is the primary factor. A package sent within the same city or a nearby state may arrive in just 1-2 days, while a cross-country shipment will likely take the full 3 days.
- Time of Drop-off: The time of day you mail the package can affect how quickly it enters the mail stream.
- Day of the Week: The 1-3 day estimate is for business days (Monday through Saturday). Sundays and federal holidays are not included in the calculation.
It is important to note that for the standard Priority Mail service, this delivery window is an estimate and not a money-back guarantee.
The service with a guaranteed delivery time is the more premium Priority Mail Express, which guarantees overnight to 2-day delivery.
International Shipments
For international destinations, USPS Priority Mail International has a longer estimated delivery time of 6 to 10 business days, depending on the destination country and its customs processing times.
How to Get a More Precise Estimate
To get a more accurate delivery estimate for your specific shipment, you can use the USPS Service Standards Map available on their official website.
By entering your origin ZIP code, you can see a map that shows the expected delivery times to different destinations across the country. Sources