Available in 11 variations
Starting at:
$41.00
$199.00
Get custom printed boxes in as few as 4 business days. We’re the fastest in the industry — and your boxes actually work for your brand.
Production Lead Time + Transit Time = Total Time
Standard sizes
Transit time
Door to door
Enter your order date to see your estimated ship and arrival dates — and how we stack up against the competition.
| Order Type | Production Speed | Production Lead Time | Ships By | Your Est. Arrival | Avg. Competitor Production |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Size Boxes | Rush | 2–3 business days | |||
| Priority | 4–6 business days | ||||
| Extended | 7–9 business days | ||||
| Special Order Sizes | Rush | 4–6 business days | |||
| Priority | 7–9 business days | ||||
| Extended | 10–15 business days |
Arrival estimates assume 2–3 business day UPS Ground transit. Competitor arrival based on avg. 10–15 day production + 2–3 day shipping. Actual delivery may vary by destination.
Ships slightly faster…
But faster to what? A missed opportunity.
Blank boxes are a faster path to negative ROI — not a smarter choice.
Ships just as fast — for ~$29 more
That’s about $0.30/box. Here’s what you get for it:
One repeat customer pays for thousands of custom boxes. The math is undeniable.
Lead time confusion comes from mixing three separate timelines. Here’s how each phase breaks down.
1–3 business days
Often faster with print-ready artwork.
Speeds it up: Print-ready AI/PDF files, simple one-color designs.
Slows it down: Multiple revisions, low-quality artwork, unclear placement.
2–15 business days
Varies by size type and speed tier.
1–7 business days
Depends on distance and carrier.
We compiled production and delivery times from 12 top competitors. See why businesses choose CustomBoxes.io for speed.
Source: Lead times compiled from each company’s website as of Feb 2026.
| Supplier | Production Time | Delivery / Transit | Quick Take |
|---|---|---|---|
| CustomBoxes.io | Rush 2–3 days / Priority 4–6 / Extended 7–9 | UPS Ground: 2–5 days / LTL 5–15 | Industry fastest for standard sizes |
| Arka | 7–10 days; larger orders 17–20 days | Varies by location/carrier | Strong rush option, but standard timelines longer |
| Packlane | 7–10 days | Transit separate | Similar standard production range to Arka |
| Box Genie | 10–12 days | Most orders 3–4 days transit | Reliable but not usually the fastest |
| CompanyBox | Avg 10–15 business days | 3–5 days transit | Good for planning; mid-range speed |
| Fantastapack | 10–15 business days | Transit separate | Better for planned reorders than last-minute |
| UPrinting | Larger quantities 10–15 days | Depends on shipping method | Typical commercial print timeline |
| FedEx Office | 10–15 business days | Not consistently specified | Convenient in FedEx ecosystem; mid-range |
| Packola | Shipping boxes 20–25 days; product boxes 15–20 days | Transit separate | One of the longer published windows |
| EcoEnclose | 5–7 weeks | UPS Ground 1–5 days | Sustainability focus; longer lead times |
| noissue | Varies by product/location | Varies | No single universal lead time |
Industry fastest for standard sizes.
Larger orders 17–20 days. Strong rush option, but standard timelines longer.
Transit separate. Similar standard production range to Arka.
Most orders 3–4 days transit. Reliable but not usually the fastest.
3–5 days transit. Good for planning; mid-range speed.
Transit separate. Better for planned reorders than last-minute.
Depends on shipping method. Typical commercial print timeline.
Transit not consistently specified. Convenient in FedEx ecosystem; mid-range.
Product boxes 15–20 days. One of the longer published windows.
UPS Ground 1–5 days. Sustainability focus; longer lead times.
No single universal lead time.
Production lead time covers the printing process and preparing your shipping boxes for delivery. It involves three main stages.
Rush: 2–3 business days
Priority: 4–6 business days
Extended: 7–9 business days
Rush: 4–6 business days
Priority: 7–9 business days
Extended: 10–15 business days
Orders over 500 boxes will take an extra 3–5 business days. Orders over 5,000 boxes can take up to 30 days.
Preparing digital files, setting up printing equipment, and making adjustments to ensure your design appears correctly on the shipping boxes.
Printing the ink on the shipping boxes. Time depends on order volume, capabilities, and capacity of our printing equipment.
Inspecting, packaging, and preparing your printed boxes for shipping, including quality control checks and handoff to the carrier.
By printing locally in two locations, we reduce shipping distances and transit times. Our UPS partnership helps ensure fast delivery at discounted rates.
Same Day
Pick up at your convenience from Vancouver, WA or Sarasota, FL locations for free. Available at checkout.
2–5 Business Days
Most orders ship UPS Ground. Choose from standard strapped bundles or protect your boxes with an over box.
5–15 Business Days
Large quantity orders around 500lb+ may ship LTL freight. Reach out for a bulk freight quote.
Shipping lead time is determined by UPS and may vary based on destination, shipping method, and carrier operations.
Our two facilities in Vancouver, WA and Sarasota, FL give us coverage across the United States with UPS Ground.
Upgrade your production lead time from our usual 4–6 business days to lightning-fast 2–3 business days for standard sizes. Only rush production time is guaranteed.
Faster production lead times mean quicker order fulfillment, leaving your competition in the dust.
Whether you need to restock inventory quickly or launch a campaign, rush production helps keep you moving.
Slash lead times, avoid waiting stress, and keep your printed shipping boxes ready when you need them.
Follow these tips to minimize lead time and keep your supply chain running smoothly.
Use AI or PDF files at the correct resolution. This can cut proofing time significantly.
Standard sizes move faster because tooling and planning are simpler. Save 20–30% too.
Everything you need to know about our lead times, shipping, and production.
Standard size boxes can be produced in as few as 2–3 business days with rush production. Shipping time is additional.
CustomBoxes.io is built around fast production for standard shipping boxes, with rush options available for eligible orders.
Custom boxes require artwork review, print setup, production, quality control, and fulfillment before shipping.
Choose standard sizes, submit print-ready artwork, keep the design simple, and approve any proofs quickly.
Yes. Rush production is available on select standard size orders and can be as fast as 2–3 business days.
You can shop standard and special order sizes directly from CustomBoxes.io and choose the production option that fits your timeline.
Standard size options are listed in the Shop All Box Sizes collection. Standard sizes generally move fastest.
Production lead time covers printing and preparation. Shipping lead time starts after the carrier receives the order.
Orders over 500 boxes may add 3–5 business days. Orders over 5,000 boxes can take up to 30 days.
Only rush production time is guaranteed. Carrier delivery dates are estimates and can vary by destination and conditions.
Production starts after artwork is ready and any required digital preview is approved.
For standard inventory, reorder 4–6 weeks before you run out. Larger orders should be planned further ahead.
Stop paying for shipping that doesn’t work for your brand. Get custom printed boxes with the industry’s fastest production — starting at just 2–3 business days.
