Timeline By Mode of Transportation

On Routely, you would find two main delivery modes for international shipping:

1. Express Shipping (Air Express)

This is the fastest option for time-sensitive packages.

• Delivery Timeframe: Usually within 2 to 6 working days on average, depending on whether you selected Premium, Standard or Economy options. If you are outside of Lagos, delivery may take an additional working day or two due to local transportation timelines.

• Ideal for: Documents, personal effects, light parcels, and urgent shipments (big or small).

• Tracking: Fully trackable door-to-door, with details on every stop.

• Availability: Pickup in Lagos or drop-off at any of our approved partner stations nationwide if you are sending from Nigeria and pickup is available in other countries if you are using the Express Routes.

2. Cargo Shipping (Air or Sea Cargo)

If you are on a budget, this is the recommended option for bulk shipments, heavier items, or non-urgent deliveries.

• Delivery Timeframe:

  • Air Cargo: 8 to 14 working days

  • Sea Cargo: 8 to 14 weeks (depending on vessel schedule and customs processing)

• Ideal for: Commercial goods, consolidated cargo, or larger quantities

• Tracking: Can be tracked from origin to destination, although not as detailed as the Express routes.

What May Affect Delivery Timelines?

Delivery times may vary slightly due to:

• Customs clearance duration in both countries

• Public holidays (in Nigeria or the destination country)

• Weather or flight schedules

Regardless of route, Routely’s tech-driven customs process reduces clearance time by over 70%, ensuring your shipment gets processed, cleared and delivered faster than the industry average.

For the most accurate delivery estimate, you can try to calculate prices via www.routely.co by entering your package location and the delivery location, the quotes you get will display the estimated timeline, based on the different available options on that Route.