Fedex Express Drop Off Times (2024)

FAQs

What is the cut off time for next day FedEx? ›

The FedEx overnight cutoff time for drop-offs is generally around 5:00 p.m. However, the exact time varies by shipping service and store location. In some cases, drop-off times can be later than 5 p.m., particularly in areas closer to airports.

If you got a message that says we'll deliver your package by end of day, your package should arrive before 8 p.m. when FedEx usually stops delivering. To get an estimated delivery time for your package, you can enter your tracking number (or other identifying reference number) into the tracking tool.

However, the pickup itself can only be requested same-day. If you select a day before or after the shipping day, you will not be able to request it online. For LTL freight, you can schedule up to 10 business days in advance. A general cutoff time to call for scheduling is 3:00 p.m.

Typically, FedEx picks up packages from drop boxes between 3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.

The DPD Next Day service aims to deliver items the next day, Monday to Saturday. This delivery window is not guaranteed. The cut-off time for sending items for next day delivery is between 11am and 3pm the previous working day.

FedEx Standard Overnight – delivered the next day, before the end of the day. FedEx 2Day AM – delivered the second business day before noon. FedEx 2Day – delivered the second business day before the end of the day. FedEx Express Saver – delivery depends upon location, but usually between 2-4 business days.

FedEx Express Saver is our 3 day shipping option. When you choose it, your packages are delivered within 3 days of the ship date.

End of day (EOD) is a common term used within businesses around the world. It's typically used in reference to a specific deadline: completing a task by the end of the day (5:00 p.m. for most standard offices).

Generally, we make deliveries from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday–Friday, and on Saturday and Sunday for residential deliveries. Residential deliveries may be eligible to be redirected to a nearby FedEx location or participating retail location like Walgreens or Dollar General to be held for pickup for up to 7 days.

The cutoff time for overnight shipping with most couriers is usually between 6 PM and 7 PM. You can use USPS over the weekends, but you'll have to pay an additional charge on Sunday deliveries. For both UPS and FedEx, only Saturday pickups and deliveries are available for an additional charge.

What is the latest FedEx delivers? ›

FedEx deliveries are carried out between 9 AM and 8 PM. If you pay for specialty services that guarantee delivery, your package may arrive later due to delivery delays. How to schedule or change delivery time FedEx?

It depends on where you are. For drop boxes, cut-off times can vary from about 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm. If you're dropping of at a FedEx location, cut-off time is usually 6:00 pm, but may vary depending if it is a metro location or a location further away from the airport.

What does “last pickup” mean? The last pickup is the last time packages are picked up from a FedEx location or drop box on a particular day. If you bring your package in or drop it off after the last pickup time, it will ship the next business day.

Shipping/transit time

Delivery within the contiguous U.S. takes 1–5 business days. Shipping to and from Alaska and Hawaii requires 3–7 business days.

FedEx Priority Overnight^®: Delivery the next business day by 10:30 a.m. to most businesses in the contiguous U.S. and by noon to residences and 5:00 p.m. to some rural areas.

Generally, most carriers' cut-off time for overnight shipments is around 4 PM local time. This may differ depending on your package's destination and weight. To ensure the right cut-off time, contact your local carrier.

FedEx Overnight is a reliable, fully tracked next day delivery service for sending packages and freight in the US.