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fedex rates and transit time

by Prof. Anika Gleichner Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago

What is FedEx standard rate?

How much does a FedEx package weigh?

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How long does FedEx in transit take?

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. Check transit times. FedEx Ground has a money-back guarantee.

How are rates and transit times calculated?

Rate and Transit times The rate is calculated based on the origin and destination of the shipment. Additional information such as carrier code, service type, or service option can be used to filter the results. If carrier code is provided, the response includes the rate quotes for the specific transportation carrier.

How long does FedEx flat rate take to deliver?

Choose one of our 12 flat rate boxes, and if your item fits, you can ship it. Then, choose whether your package is delivered in 1, 2 or 3 days.

When a FedEx package is in transit?

'In transit' means that your package is on its way to its final destination. It does not necessarily mean that your package is in a moving vehicle such as an aircraft or truck. It may be at a FedEx facility.

Which is cheaper FedEx or UPS?

If you need faster delivery, parcel shipping is the cheapest option. UPS is typically slightly cheaper than FedEx.

How long does transit delivery take?

The transit period for a package shipped within the United States can range from 2 to 10 business days, depending on your location. Deliveries to rural areas will take longer, and unforeseen delays can also impact delivery times.

Which is faster UPS or FedEx?

If we compare FedEx and UPS Ground services, UPS is typically faster than FedEx. One of the possible reasons for this is that UPS has a larger fleet of trucks in the USA and, therefore, is able to process and reach several locations faster than FedEx.

What is difference between FedEx standard rate and FedEx One Rate?

FedEx One Rate pricing is an alternative to FedEx® Standard List Rates, account-specific rates or FedEx® Retail Rates. No account-specific discounts apply. In the rate tables that follow: FedEx One Rate includes any applicable residential surcharges, delivery area surcharges and fuel surcharge.

Can you speed up a FedEx delivery?

If you're the shipper and you want your package to arrive faster than the 2 day shipping time specified, sign in to your FedEx account or call 1.800. Go. FedEx 1.800. 463.3339 to change your shipping speed.

How accurate is FedEx tracking?

Major Checkpoints Only Update Tracking Some of their scans don't even work to update the information. Instead, FedEx relies on its facilities to update tracking information. This doesn't deliver the most accurate information because it can still take several days before a driver can pick up the package and deliver it.

Why has my package been in transit for so long?

Your package could be stuck in transit for many reasons: loss, damage, or even a USPS tracking system failure. More likely, though, the short-staffed US Post Office has misplaced, mislabelled, or simply overlooked your package. This means it can be located easily enough once you call attention to its absence.

How accurate is FedEx scheduled delivery?

They are only as accurate as the driver is. If you can't be around, you can always call FedEx and tell them to hold it for you at the distribution facility, then pick it up yourself after 5. That's what I did for my wife's iBook. It beat taking the day off to try and out-guess the delivery truck.

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What is FedEx standard rate?

FedEx Standard Rate includes FedEx Standard List Rates and Account-Specific Rates. The FedEx Standard Rate quote you receive is based on package weight entered, dimensions and other shipment details. For additional information on how shipping charges are calculated, please refer to the FedEx Service Guide at fedex.com.

How much does a FedEx package weigh?

While weighing your package is not required for FedEx One Rate pricing, to qualify, FedEx Envelopes must weight 10 lbs. or less and FedEx Paks and Boxes must weigh 50 lbs. or less. If your package exceeds these weight limits, it will be rated based on FedEx Standard List Rates or FedEx Retail Rates as applicable.

Introduction

This detailed guide will help you to learn all that you need to know about rates and transit times. FedEx provides you the estimated delivery date/time and rate quotes for each service offered.

FedEx Rates and Transit Times API Details

When planning your budget, it helps you to know the estimated cost of shipping. FedEx offers a variety of rates to cater to your needs. You can request rates for your FedEx shipments. Apart from that there are list rates, discounts, surcharges, fees and other factors that can affect your shipping rates.

Benefits of the FedEx Rates and Transit Times API

Determines prices and corresponding transit times to destinations worldwide.

How FedEx Rates and Transit Times API Works

Request a list of all possible rates quotes and optional transit information based on input details. The required input information associated with this request are:

FedEx Special Rates

This option is available with FedEx Domestic, FedEx International multiple-piece shipments (MPS), FedEx domestic as well as International Ground ® MPS, FedEx Express U.S. C.O.D. and international C.O.D. multiple-piece shipments, and FedEx Ground U.S. C.O.D. and international C.O.D. multiple-piece shipments.

Variable Handling Fees and Charges

Any additional handling fees charged in addition to shipping charges for your shipping operation are added to your total shipment charge. These charges are returned in the Ship reply and can be configured to print on the Doc-Tab. For more information refer to Variable Handling Fees

Business Rules

Do not assume a particular service will be available for all scenarios. For example, STANDARD_OVERNIGHT (among others) is not available between all postal codes.

To Add or Delete Rows

Click Add Row to add up to 10 rows, with a maximum 25 total packages per shipment.

To Include Special Services

Select Add Special Services to choose additional FedEx service options for your shipment.

Package Contents (International Shipments Only)

Select Letter as your Package Contents if your shipment contains personal or business letters with no commercial or customs value.

Harmonized Code (International Shipments Only)

Enter a Product Name and choose a harmonized code for your product. Harmonized Codes are used internationally to catalog and describe products for tariff and regulatory purposes. If you already know the product's HS code, just type the first few digits into the field, then click Get Code.

FedEx Measurement Tools

These tools help you calculate the appropriate values to enter for your shipment. Differences in actual weight, dimensions, and other factors may cause rate quotes to differ from the actual charges for your shipment.

Copy & print services

Take advantage of self-service copying and full-service printing services at FedEx Office in Piscataway. Learn about our latest offers and special deals at FedEx Office. Or start your order online for pickup within 24 hours.

Boxes & packaging

Spend less time looking for just the right box. No more wondering how you'll get it there or if it will make it in one piece. When you have something to pack, bring it to the pros in Piscataway and get exactly what you need, along with ultimate peace of mind.

Business card printing

Order discount, full-color or custom business cards at any FedEx Office in Piscataway, NJ. Select a design template and personalize it to best suit your needs. Order online for easy and convenient printing and delivery.

Shipping & delivery

We can help you choose your shipping and delivery options. Learn how to schedule a FedEx^®^ delivery in Piscataway, or hold your package for pickup at a nearby FedEx location.

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What is FedEx standard rate?

FedEx Standard Rate includes FedEx Standard List Rates and Account-Specific Rates. The FedEx Standard Rate quote you receive is based on package weight entered, dimensions and other shipment details. For additional information on how shipping charges are calculated, please refer to the FedEx Service Guide at fedex.com.

How much does a FedEx package weigh?

While weighing your package is not required for FedEx One Rate pricing, to qualify, FedEx Envelopes must weight 10 lbs. or less and FedEx Paks and Boxes must weigh 50 lbs. or less. If your package exceeds these weight limits, it will be rated based on FedEx Standard List Rates or FedEx Retail Rates as applicable.

Help Options

Get Rates and Transit Times

  1. Enter the required shipment information to determine the shipping costs, transit times, and delivery options for a FedEx Express®, FedEx Ground®, or FedEx Express®Freight shipment.
  2. If you are not logged into fedex.com, you will receive FedEx® Standard List Rates or FedEx® Retail Counter Rates. To receive account specific rates, you must be logged in to Account Specific Rates...
  1. Enter the required shipment information to determine the shipping costs, transit times, and delivery options for a FedEx Express®, FedEx Ground®, or FedEx Express®Freight shipment.
  2. If you are not logged into fedex.com, you will receive FedEx® Standard List Rates or FedEx® Retail Counter Rates. To receive account specific rates, you must be logged in to Account Specific Rates...
  3. Definition of Rating Terminology
  4. For detailed help with sections on this screen, scroll down, choose from the list below, or select the Help link at the top of each section:

Ship from/to

  1. Select the country from the drop-down menu and enter the ZIP or postal code.
  2. Select Company or Contact Namefrom the drop-down menu to populate shipment origin information.*
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Package and Shipment Details

  1. Quantity: Enter the number of packages in your shipment.
  2. Weight: Enter the weight of your shipment.
  3. Package Type:Select the Package Type from the drop-down menu.
  4. Dimensions: Enter the dimensions of your package if you selected Your Packaging as the package type.
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Results

  1. Click Rate Another Packageto return to the beginning of the Get Rates & Transit Times tool.
  2. Click View/Print Rate Detailsto view rate details including base rates, additional charges for each service option. If you logged in with a FedEx account number, discounts applied to your account w...
  3. Click Printon the Details screen to print a summary of the rate results.
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