FedEx shipping with ExperShip.
FedEx splits U.S. parcel delivery into a ground network (FedEx Ground for businesses, FedEx Home Delivery for homes) and an express air network, with international services on top. In ExperShip you compare FedEx rates with your other carriers and buy the label, including customs documents for international, in one flow.
- carrier
- FedEx Corporation
- network
- National carriers
- coverage
- U.S. ground and express, plus international
fedex · in ExperShip
What you can do with FedEx in ExperShip.
The same four steps as every other carrier, in the web app or through the API.
Compare rates
See FedEx rates next to your other carriers on every order, so you can tell when FedEx is the right pick and when it is not.
Buy and print labels
Buy FedEx labels on the same screen you compare on. For international shipments, the customs documents are created with the label.
Track shipments
Follow FedEx parcels in the same view as every other carrier, and keep buyers updated with tracking notifications.
Automate
Set shipping rules that send the right orders to FedEx with the right service, so routine orders need no manual choice.
No FedEx account needed: buy FedEx labels at ExperShip's discounted rates from day one. Connecting your own FedEx account is coming soon.
fedex · services
FedEx services.
The main FedEx services sellers use, and what each one is for. Availability can depend on the origin, destination and package.
| Service | Type | What it is for |
|---|---|---|
| FedEx Ground | U.S. domestic | Day-definite ground delivery to business addresses across the U.S. |
| FedEx Home Delivery | U.S. domestic | The residential side of FedEx Ground, with weekend delivery in many areas. |
| FedEx Ground Economy | U.S. domestic | Economy option for lightweight residential parcels where speed matters less. Formerly FedEx SmartPost. |
| FedEx Express Saver | U.S. domestic | Three-business-day express delivery. |
| FedEx 2Day | U.S. domestic | Two-business-day delivery, with a morning option, FedEx 2Day A.M., for many business addresses. |
| FedEx Standard Overnight | U.S. domestic | Next-business-day afternoon delivery. Priority Overnight and First Overnight deliver earlier in the day. |
| FedEx International Priority | International | Time-definite international express service. |
| FedEx International Economy | International | Lower-cost international service for shipments that are less urgent. |
| FedEx International Connect Plus | International | International service designed for ecommerce parcels, with day-definite delivery. |
| FedEx return labels | Returns | Prepaid return labels that buyers can drop off at FedEx locations. |
best for
When FedEx is a good fit.
- Residential parcels that benefit from weekend delivery
- Heavier parcels, up to 150 lb
- Overnight and two-day express shipments
- International shipments with full door-to-door tracking
strengths
Where FedEx stands out.
- Separate residential ground service with weekend delivery in many areas
- Full range of overnight and two-day express options
- FedEx One Rate flat-rate packaging for many express shipments
- Buyers can manage deliveries with FedEx Delivery Manager
fedex · rules
Things to know before you ship with FedEx.
Carrier rules that affect what you pay and where you can deliver. Exact fees and surcharges change, so check the current FedEx rate guide for amounts.
- 01
Dimensional weight applies to FedEx packages of every size, so pack in the smallest box that fits.
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Residential surcharges apply to deliveries to homes, and delivery area surcharges apply to some ZIP codes.
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Additional handling and oversize charges apply to heavy, long or non-standard packages.
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FedEx cannot deliver to standard PO Boxes. Use USPS for those addresses.
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FedEx One Rate is a flat-rate option for express services in FedEx packaging, priced without dimensional weight.
- 06
Fuel surcharges change often, and address corrections can be charged after delivery, so validated addresses help.
compare
FedEx vs other carriers.
ExperShip shows these carriers side by side on each order, so you do not have to decide once for every shipment.
USPS
USPS is often cheaper for small, light parcels and reaches PO Boxes. FedEx Ground and Home Delivery often win for heavier boxes.
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faq
FedEx questions.
What is the difference between FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery?
Both run on the FedEx Ground network. FedEx Ground is for business addresses, and FedEx Home Delivery is for residential addresses, with weekend delivery in many areas. FedEx picks the right one based on the address type.
Is FedEx SmartPost still available?
FedEx SmartPost is now called FedEx Ground Economy. It is the FedEx economy option for lightweight residential parcels.
Does FedEx charge dimensional weight on small packages?
Yes. FedEx applies dimensional weight to packages of every size, so the box you choose affects the price. FedEx One Rate packaging is the main exception for express services.
Can I create FedEx international labels with customs documents?
Yes. When you ship internationally with FedEx in ExperShip, the label and customs documents come out of the same flow.
Can FedEx deliver to a PO Box?
Generally no. FedEx cannot deliver to standard PO Boxes. For those addresses, choose USPS when you compare rates in ExperShip.
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