# Schedule a FedEx Pickup: $9.00 Future-Day, $14.75 Same-Day

> Schedule a FedEx pickup online for $9.00 future-day or $14.75 same-day, plus a $5.95 residential surcharge if shipping from home.

- **Author**: Charles Helms
- **Published**: 2026-01-01
- **Updated**: 2026-10-15
- **Category**: fedex
- **URL**: https://trackingadvice.com/how-do-i-schedule-a-fedex-pickup/

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To schedule a FedEx pickup, log in to the [FedEx Schedule and Manage Pickups page](https://www.fedex.com/en-us/shipping/schedule-manage-pickups.html), enter your package details, set a pickup window, and submit the request. If you already have a prepaid label and no account, use [FedEx guest pickup scheduling](https://www.fedex.com/shippingplus/en-us/guest/pickup/schedule-pickup) to arrange collection without signing in.

If you are shipping from a residence and deciding [whether pickup is worth the fee](https://trackingadvice.com/fedex-home-pickup/), weighing the convenience against carrier surcharges is the first step before booking.

Before booking, select the pickup model that matches your shipping frequency:

- One-time on-call pickup for occasional shipments
- Recurring pickup for repeat business shippers
- Drop-off when paying a pickup fee makes no sense

Book and pay on fedex.com.

## FedEx pickup fees in 2026

FedEx pickup fees depend on your booking channel, lead time, and whether the driver stops at a commercial or residential address. For domestic U.S. package shipments, FedEx publishes standard on-call rates plus location surcharges.

| Pickup type                    | Online rate | Phone rate (1.800.GoFedEx) | Notes                                                     |
| ------------------------------ | ----------- | -------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------- |
| Future-Day On-Call (Mon-Fri)   | $9.00       | $10.50                     | Scheduled at least one business day ahead                 |
| Same-Day On-Call (Mon-Fri)     | $14.75      | $16.25                     | Booked for same-day collection                            |
| Future-Day On-Call (Saturday)  | $15.50      | $17.00                     | Weekend pickup scheduled ahead                            |
| Same-Day On-Call (Saturday)    | $21.25      | $22.75                     | Urgent Saturday collection                                |
| Residential Pickup Surcharge   | +$5.95      | +$5.95                     | Added per stop for residential locations                  |
| Pickup Area Surcharge          | +$6.20      | +$6.20                     | Added per stop in select residential ZIP codes            |
| Extended Area Pickup Surcharge | +$8.30      | +$8.30                     | Added per stop in extended residential ZIP codes          |
| Remote Area Surcharge          | +$15.50     | +$15.50                    | Commercial and residential; adds to residential surcharge |

_Verified on the carrier's website: [FedEx 2026 Service Guide](https://www.fedex.com/content/dam/fedex/us-united-states/services/Service_Guide_2026.pdf)._

Online rates apply when scheduling through FedEx automation tools such as FedEx Ship Manager at fedex.com. Phone rates apply when you book by phone at 1.800.GoFedEx (1.800.463.3339). (Yes, the phone fee is $1.50 more for the same stop.) A variable fuel surcharge applies on top of all published pickup fees.

These on-call fees apply to traditional labels, FedEx Print Return labels, FedEx Email Return labels, and FedEx Express Prepaid Stamps.

For residential shippers, surcharges stack quickly. Most guides skip the $5.95 residential surcharge, but it hits every home stop. A home on-call future-day pickup booked online runs $9.00 base plus the $5.95 residential surcharge.

That is a $14.95 stop before fuel. Same-day online from home totals $20.70.

**If the driver arrives during the pickup window, FedEx charges the pickup fee even if no package is collected.**

## What FedEx pickup actually is

A FedEx pickup means a courier visits your home, office, or loading dock to collect pre-labeled shipments. It saves a trip to a retail counter, but you still pay for the stop if nothing is ready. Side note: FedEx says the shipment must be packed when the driver arrives.

Once scheduled, you can review your active window under the My Pickups tab on fedex.com.

FedEx pickup management screen showing options to edit or cancel a scheduled pickup

**You do not have to be home during the pickup window as long as you leave your package in a safe, accessible location.** If the driver successfully collects the package, they leave a [FedEx door tag](https://trackingadvice.com/fedex-door-tag/) confirming the pickup and giving tracking information; if they cannot access the shipment, the door tag details the reason for the missed stop.

## How to schedule a FedEx pickup online

You schedule a FedEx pickup online through FedEx Ship Manager or the standard Schedule and Manage Pickups portal. Shippers can arrange collection while generating a new shipping label or book a standalone stop for an already labeled parcel.

1. Sign in to your account at fedex.com, or access the guest pickup tool if using a prepaid label.
2. Go to Schedule and Manage Pickups in the shipping menu.
3. Choose the FedEx account number responsible for paying the pickup charges.
4. Enter the complete pickup address, including apartment details, suite numbers, gate codes, and dock notes.
5. Enter the package count, total weight, package ready time, and building close time.
6. Opt into automated notifications to receive booking confirmation, arrival reminders, and completion alerts.
7. Review the estimated charges and submit the pickup request.

Expedited shipments moving via FedEx Express allow same-day or next-day on-call pickup. Standard and economy shipments moving via FedEx Ground can be booked for the next business day or up to 10 business days in advance. You can also request and manage stops on your phone using the FedEx Mobile app.

| Booking channel              | Where                                      | Weekday on-call fee per stop       |
| ---------------------------- | ------------------------------------------ | ---------------------------------- |
| Online                       | fedex.com Schedule and Manage Pickups      | $9.00 future-day, $14.75 same-day  |
| Phone                        | 1.800.GoFedEx (1.800.463.3339)             | $10.50 future-day, $16.25 same-day |
| FedEx Mobile app             | Apple App Store or Google Play             | Not listed separately by FedEx     |
| Guest pickup (prepaid label) | FedEx guest pickup page, no account needed | Not listed separately by FedEx     |

_Verified on the carrier's website: [FedEx U.S. parcel pickup options sheet](https://www.fedex.com/content/dam/fedex-com/hdn/FedEx-US-Pickup-Options-with-rates-2025.pdf)._

FedEx online registration screen to create a shipping account

If you do not have an active account, fedex.com prompts you to register one before booking on-call collections.

FedEx account selection menu to confirm the billing account for pickup fees

Selecting the correct account number routes fees to the appropriate ledger. When using return or third-party labels, schedule through the FedEx phone system (IVR) or Mobile Virtual Assistant with the tracking number so charges route to the original payer's account.

FedEx pickup address and package location details entry form

Clear address entries prevent failed attempts. **Packages must be ready by the start of the pickup window.**

FedEx schedule pickup confirmation page showing ready time and package count

After submission, save your confirmation number to track or adjust the request later.

## How to change or cancel a scheduled FedEx pickup

You can update or cancel a scheduled FedEx pickup online through your fedex.com account.

1. Log in at fedex.com.
2. Open [Manage Pickups](https://www.fedex.com/shippingplus/en-us/pickup/manage-pickups) or My Pickups.
3. Select the scheduled pickup.
4. Change the details or cancel it, then check the updated status.

**FedEx can bill the stop once the driver arrives during the pickup window, even if nothing is collected, so cancel or change the pickup as early as you can.**

If you miss a scheduled on-call pickup, contact FedEx customer service at 1.800.GoFedEx (1.800.463.3339) to reschedule. If your business misses a regularly scheduled or automated pickup, keep the packages for your next scheduled pickup or take them to a local drop-off location.

## The pickup cutoff rules that actually matter

FedEx pickup cutoff times decide whether your packages enter the transit network the same day or wait until the next business day. These cutoff windows depend on local courier routes, service selection, and whether you request same-day or future-day dispatch.

For commercial locations, packages should be ready at least two hours before your business closes, and packages must be ready by the start of the pickup window. Standalone FedEx drop box locations typically have scheduled pickups between 3:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

**FedEx Express offers same-day or next-day pickup windows, while FedEx Ground accommodates bookings for the next business day or up to 10 business days ahead.**

## FedEx pickups around the 2026 holidays

FedEx modifies its pickup operations during the winter holidays with earlier route cutoffs, temporary demand surcharges, and complete closures on major national holidays. Shippers planning FedEx pickups around the 2026 holidays need to factor in these seasonal service changes to avoid shipping delays.

Before scheduling during November and December, check the [FedEx holiday schedule](https://trackingadvice.com/fedex-holidays/) and verify operations against the [FedEx 2026 Winter holiday service schedule](https://www.fedex.com/content/dam/fedex/us-united-states/services/2026_winter_holiday_operations_schedule.pdf). Dates remain subject to change by FedEx.

| Holiday date                                         | FedEx operating and pickup schedule                |
| ---------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------- |
| Wednesday, November 25, 2026                         | Early on-call and drop box pickups in select areas |
| Thursday, November 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving)           | All locations and pickup operations unavailable    |
| Friday, November 27 - Saturday, November 28, 2026    | Early on-call and drop box pickups in select areas |
| Wednesday, December 23 - Thursday, December 24, 2026 | Early on-call and drop box pickups in select areas |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 (Christmas Day)            | All locations and pickup operations unavailable    |
| Saturday, December 26, 2026                          | Early on-call and drop box pickups in select areas |
| Thursday, December 31, 2026 (New Year's Eve)         | Early on-call and drop box pickups in select areas |
| Friday, January 1, 2027 (New Year's Day)             | All pickup and shipping operations unavailable     |
| Saturday, January 2, 2027                            | Early on-call and drop box pickups in select areas |

For packages FedEx expects to arrive by December 24, 2026, FedEx bases the FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery last days to ship on a regular scheduled pickup or a drop-off at a staffed FedEx location:

| Service transit time | Last day to ship for December 24 delivery |
| -------------------- | ----------------------------------------- |
| 5-Day Transit        | Thursday, December 17, 2026               |
| 4-Day Transit        | Friday, December 18, 2026                 |
| 3-Day Transit        | Monday, December 21, 2026                 |
| 2-Day Transit        | Tuesday, December 22, 2026                |
| 1-Day Transit        | Wednesday, December 23, 2026              |

Cutoff dates for FedEx Express services vary by tier; check the official [FedEx 2026 last days to ship sheet](https://www.fedex.com/content/dam/fedex/us-united-states/services/2026_Peak_Last_Day_to_ship.pdf) for air commitments.

During peak volume periods, FedEx also assesses temporary demand surcharges, as outlined on the [FedEx Demand Surcharges page](https://www.fedex.com/en-us/shipping/rate-changes/demand-surcharges.html). Between November 23 and December 27, 2026, demand surcharges add $0.80 per package for FedEx Ground Residential and Home Delivery, $2.35 per package for FedEx 2Day, 2Day A.M., and Express Saver, and $2.55 per package for Overnight tiers ($0.50, $1.20, and $1.30 respectively from October 26 to November 22 and December 28 to January 17, 2027). These surcharges apply to package transportation rather than pickup fees; FedEx publishes no separate holiday surcharge on the pickup fee itself.

**During holiday operating periods, in some areas FedEx runs on-call and drop box pickups early and suspends all pickup operations on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.**

## When recurring pickup is the better deal

FedEx recurring pickup plans provide scheduled driver visits for regular business shippers without requiring individual on-call requests. Both options require that you process all shipments with FedEx automation, such as FedEx Ship Manager at fedex.com, and set up through a FedEx account representative. Recurring pickup is not built for households shipping a few boxes.

| Recurring pickup option     | Days / schedule    | Weekly or daily fee  | Requirements                                     |
| --------------------------- | ------------------ | -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------ |
| FedEx Automated Pickup      | Monday-Friday      | $19.00 flat per week | Account representative setup; not in all markets |
| Automated Pickup (Saturday) | Saturday           | $7.95 per day        | Not available in all markets                     |
| Regularly Scheduled Pickup  | 1 Day per week     | $7.50 per week       | Billed in full if at least one pickup occurs     |
| Regularly Scheduled Pickup  | 2 Days per week    | $15.00 per week      | Billed in full if at least one pickup occurs     |
| Regularly Scheduled Pickup  | 3 Days per week    | $22.00 per week      | Billed in full if at least one pickup occurs     |
| Regularly Scheduled Pickup  | 4 Days per week    | $29.00 per week      | Billed in full if at least one pickup occurs     |
| Regularly Scheduled Pickup  | 5 Days per week    | $35.50 per week      | Billed in full if at least one pickup occurs     |
| Regularly Scheduled Weekend | Saturday or Sunday | $12.00 per day       | Billed per weekend day scheduled                 |

The math favors recurring schedules once you ship multiple times a week. **Two weekday commercial future-day on-call pickups booked online cost $18.00 ($9.00 each), while two regularly scheduled pickup days cost $15.00 per week.**

## When drop-off is smarter than pickup

**Dropping off your packages at an authorized FedEx location is free and avoids all pickup fees.** With more than 50,000 retail drop-off points across the country, dropping off is often faster and cheaper than paying for a courier.

Counter drop-off makes the most sense when:

- You ship occasionally and want to avoid on-call fees
- A FedEx Office or other staffed FedEx location is nearby
- Your package is already packed and you can hand it over on your normal commute
- You want to avoid the $5.95 residential surcharge
- You are shipping lightweight parcels via USPS instead, where carrier pickup is free with regular mail delivery, as detailed in our [carrier pickup comparison](https://trackingadvice.com/schedule-package-pickup/)

Before making a trip, verify local counter cutoffs and operating hours in the [FedEx shipping hours guide](https://trackingadvice.com/fedex-shipping-hours/). For broader network routing and service tier breakdowns, consult our [FedEx carrier hub](https://trackingadvice.com/carriers/fedex/) or review the [FedEx shipping FAQ](https://www.fedex.com/en-us/shipping/faqs.html).

## Special cases that trip people up

Three FedEx pickup situations catch shippers off guard: return labels, heavy freight, and weekend stops.

### Prepaid return labels

Standard on-call pickup charges apply to packages carrying traditional shipping labels, FedEx Print Return labels, FedEx Email Return labels, and FedEx Express Prepaid Stamps. To have return pickup fees billed to the original account instead of yours, schedule the collection through the automated phone system (IVR) or Mobile Virtual Assistant using the return tracking number. If a business asks FedEx to collect a return from you with a FedEx Ground call tag, FedEx charges the business $8.80 per package at a commercial address or $10 at a residence. And some apartment and condominium communities maintain regular driver pickups for residents; check with your building front desk before booking a paid stop.

### Freight

**Air freight over 150 lb is booked in the same FedEx pickup tool; LTL freight is booked with [FedEx Freight](https://www.fedexfreight.com/en-us/rate-ship/shipping/schedule-pickup).** Palletized less-than-truckload shipments operate through a dedicated network rather than standard courier parcel routes.

### Weekend pickup

Saturday on-call parcel pickup costs significantly more ($15.50 future-day online, $21.25 same-day online, plus residential and fuel surcharges). FedEx lists no Sunday on-call rate. Regularly scheduled pickup customers can add Saturday or Sunday stops for $12.00 per day.

## What to have ready before you book

Have these details ready before you schedule a FedEx pickup, so the request goes through and the driver does not miss the stop.

1. The FedEx account number to be billed, or your return tracking number for guest scheduling.
2. The exact street address, including suite numbers, loading dock details, and gate entry codes.
3. Total package count, estimated combined weight, and service category (FedEx Express or FedEx Ground).
4. Package ready time and latest closing time.
5. Specific driver placement notes, such as front porch, mailroom, or back dock delivery.

Once your stop is scheduled, you can monitor transit milestones and driver scans through the [FedEx tracking portal](https://www.fedex.com/en-us/tracking.html). **Providing exact driver access instructions and a valid account number is the most effective way to prevent a missed stop.**

## FAQ

### How much does it cost to schedule a FedEx pickup in 2026?

Weekday future-day on-call pickup costs $9.00 online or $10.50 by phone, while same-day pickup costs $14.75 online or $16.25 by phone. Residential addresses incur an additional $5.95 surcharge per stop, plus applicable fuel and area surcharges.

### Can I schedule a FedEx pickup without an account?

Yes, shippers with a prepaid label can schedule a pickup without an account through the [FedEx guest pickup portal](https://www.fedex.com/shippingplus/en-us/guest/pickup/schedule-pickup). If you do not have a prepaid label, you must create a FedEx account online to generate shipping documents and pay the pickup fee.

### How do I find out when FedEx will pick up my package?

You can check your scheduled pickup window under the My Pickups tab on fedex.com or within the FedEx Mobile app. Packages must be ready by the start of the window, and opting into notifications provides status updates and arrival confirmation.

### Is FedEx pickup free?

No, FedEx charges a fee for on-call package pickups, starting at $9.00 online for commercial locations and $14.95 for residences once the $5.95 residential surcharge is added. However, dropping off packages at any of FedEx's 50,000+ retail locations is free.

### Can I change or cancel a scheduled FedEx pickup?

Yes, you can edit your pickup window or cancel the stop entirely through My Pickups on fedex.com. FedEx can bill the stop once the driver arrives during the pickup window, even if nothing is collected, so cancel or change the pickup as early as you can.

### Does FedEx pick up on Saturday or Sunday?

FedEx offers Saturday on-call pickups starting at $15.50 online for future-day and $21.25 for same-day, plus residential surcharges. FedEx lists no Sunday on-call rate, but regularly scheduled pickup customers can add Sunday stops for $12.00 per day.

### What number do I call to schedule a FedEx pickup?

You can schedule a pickup by calling 1.800.GoFedEx (1.800.463.3339) to speak with an agent or use the automated telephone system. Booking by phone incurs an additional $1.50 fee compared to scheduling online.