When you need to send a parcel, one of the first questions that comes to mind is: how long will it take? Delivery duration varies significantly between couriers—from same-day delivery within hours to standard 1–3 day options.
This blog explains what affects delivery duration and compares the delivery times of local parcel delivery services in Singapore to help you choose the right courier for your timeline.
Table of Contents
What Affects Local Parcel Delivery Service Duration
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Factor
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How It Affects Delivery
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Service type selected
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Same-day, next-day, or standard economy
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Booking cut-off time
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Book before cut-off for same-day pickup
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Pickup location
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Some areas may have later pickup windows
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Destination
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CBD and residential areas may have different delivery schedules
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Courier's daily route
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Delivery times vary based on route optimization
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Peak seasons
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11.11, 12.12, and festive periods may cause delays
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Weather conditions
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Rain may delay pickup or delivery
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Recipient availability
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Failed deliveries require re-attempts
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Local Parcel Delivery Service: Delivery Duration Comparison
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Courier
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Service Name
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Price From
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Delivery Duration
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More Details
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SPX Express
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Door-to-Door
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from S$2.85
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1 - 3 working days
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TracX Logis
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Door-to-door Standard
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from S$3.65
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1 – 2 working days
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Residential On-Demand
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from S$13.80
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Delivered on the same day between 2pm to 6pm after collection
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Commercial On-Demand
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J&T Express
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Door-to-door Standard
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from S$3.15
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1 – 3 working days
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Door-to-door Paperless
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from S$4.35
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Door-to-door Priority
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from S$4.25
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1 – 2 working days
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Point-to-door
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from S$2.85
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1 – 3 working days
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Door-to-door Next Day Guaranteed
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from S$4.95
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Next day delivery
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Ninja Van
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Standard (Door to Door)
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from S$3.55
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3 working days after collection
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Express (Door to Door)
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from S$5.75
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1 day working after collection
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Collect (Point to Door)
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from S$3.75
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3 working days after collection
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SingPost
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Speedpost Economy
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from S$2.95
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3 working days
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Speedpost Standard
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from S$4.15
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1 working day
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Speedpost Priority
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from S$12.75
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Within same business day, before 6pm
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Speedpost Prime
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from S$9.35
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1 working day, before 6pm.
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SF Express
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Domestic
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from S$5.85
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1-3 working days
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Park N Parcel
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Point to Point
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from S$2.45
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1-3 working days
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Point to Door
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from S$3.35
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Door to Door
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Aramex
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Domestic Delivery
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from S$4.05
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1-3 working days
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Airpak
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Domestic Delivery
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from S$14.76
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1-3 working days
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uParcel
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1 Hour Rush
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from S$20.99
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1 hour
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3 Hours Express
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from S$13.99
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3 hours
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Same Day Delivery
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from S$10.99
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Within same working day
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Next Day Delivery
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from S$8.99
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Next working day
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Janio
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Standard Delivery
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from S$3.65
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1-3 working days
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Grab
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Bike On-Demand
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Based on parcel weight and destination
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1 hour
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Car On-Demand
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Lalamove
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Motorcycle
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Base fare S$9 (under 1km) + S$0.35/km (first 10km) + S$0.40/km (> 10km)
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The delivery time frame will vary according to the sender and receivers location.
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Car
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Base fare S$12 (under 1km) + S$1.00/km (first 10km) + S$0.45/km (> 10km)
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Van
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Base fare S$26 + S$0.50/km
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Lorry 10 ft
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Base fare S$42 + S$0.75/km
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Next Day Delivery
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Base fare S$79 + S$0.75/km
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pandago
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On-Demand Delivery
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from S$6.35
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Within 1 hour
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Find the Right Speed for Your Parcel—All on EasyParcel.
See real delivery durations from 60+ couriers, choose the speed you need, and book instantly with free pickup.
Simple Steps to Book Local Parcel Delivery Service
1. Click on “Domestic” Tab.
2. Enter your origin and destination postcodes as well as parcel weight and click “Quote & Book” button.
3. Choose your preferred courier services and book now.
4. Fill in the sender’s, receiver’s details and parcel details then proceed to payment.
Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)
What delivery service does Singapore use?
Singapore uses SingPost for reliable standard delivery, alongside Ninja Van, TracX Logis, and Park N Parcel and you can easily book these services through EasyParcel.
Who has the cheapest domestic shipping?
Park N Parcel offers point-to-point delivery from S$2.45, and you can compare this with other affordable couriers at EasyParcel.
