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.
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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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Max Parcel Weight & Dimension
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More Details
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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 after collection (within coverage area)
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Max Weight: 30kg
Max Dimension: L + W + H < 300cm |
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Qquick 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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Max Weight: 20kg
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Qquick Commercial On-Demand
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J&T Express
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Door-to-door Domestic
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from S$3.15
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1 – 3 working days after collection (within coverage area)
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Max Weight: 30kg
Max Dimension: L + W + H = 240cm |
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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 after collection (within coverage area)
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Point-to-door (PUDO)
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from S$2.85
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1 – 3 working days after collection (within coverage area)
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Door-to-door Next Day Guaranteed
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from S$4.95
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Next day after collection
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Max Weight: 10kg
Max Dimension: 50cm (L) x 40cm W) x 30cm (H) |
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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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Max Weight: 30kg
Max Dimension: L + W + H = 300cm |
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Express (Door to Door)
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from S$4.75
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1 working day after collection
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Collect (Point to Door)
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from S$3.55
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1 – 3 working days after collection
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Max Weight: 4kg
Max Dimension: L + W + H = 80cm |
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SingPost
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Speedpost Economy
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from S$2.95
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3 business days within Speedpost coverage area
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Max Weight: 30kg
Max Dimension: L + 2W + 2H = 300cm |
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Speedpost Standard
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from S$4.15
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1 business day within Speedpost coverage area
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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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E-Saver (Point-to-Door)
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from S$2.65
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1 business day within Speedpost coverage area, before 4.30pm
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SF Express
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Domestic
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from S$5.15
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1–3 working days within SF Express coverage area
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Max Weight: 25kg
Max Dimension: 200cm(L) x 80cm(W) x70cm(H) |
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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 delivery after collection
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Max Weight: 8kg
Max Dimension: L + W + H = 100cm |
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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 delivery within Aramex coverage areas
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Max Weight: 30kg
Max Dimension: 120cm |
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uParcel
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1 Hour Rush
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from S$21.20
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Within 1 hour after collection
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Max Weight: 25kg
Max Dimension: L + W + H = 200 cm |
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3 Hours Express
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from S$14.10
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Within 3 hours after collection
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Same Day Delivery
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from S$11.10
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Within 8 hours after collection
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Next Day Delivery
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from S$9.10
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Next working day by 5PM
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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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Max Weight: 30kg
Max Dimension: L + W + H = 100cm |
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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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Within 1 hour
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Max Weight: 50kg
Max Dimension: 23cm x 23cm x 23cm |
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Car On-Demand
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Lalamove
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Motorcycle
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from S$5.00 (Based on parcel weight and destination)
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Within 1 hour (Delivery time frame will vary according to the sender and receivers location)
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Max Weight: 10kg
Max Dimension: 30cm x 30cm x 30cm |
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Car
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Max Weight: 40kg
Max Dimension: 50cm x 50cm x 50cm |
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Van
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Max Weight: 500kg
Max Dimension: 170cm x 100cm x 120cm |
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Lorry 10 ft
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Max Weight: 1000kg
Max Dimension: 290cm x 150cm x 150cm |
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Lorry 14 ft
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Max Weight: 2500kg
Max Dimension: 420cm x 200cm x 200cm |
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pandago
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On-Demand Delivery
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from S$5.00
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Within 1 hour
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Max Weight: 10kg
Max Dimension: 48cm (L) x 38cm (W) x 46cm (H) |
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SPX Express
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SPX Express
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from S$2.85
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1 – 3 working day within SPX Express coverage area
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Max Weight: 30kg
Max Dimension: L + B + H >300cm |
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Goodie Gift
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Goodie Gift Delivery
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from S$3.25
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1 – 3 working days
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Max Weight: 10kg
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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.
