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Amazon rolls out 1-hour, 3-hour delivery as ultrafast shipping trend grows in the U.S.
CNBC· 2026-03-17 10:00
Core Insights - Amazon is launching one-hour and three-hour delivery services in parts of the U.S. to meet consumer demand for faster delivery options [1] - The three-hour delivery service is available in approximately 2,000 cities and towns, while one-hour delivery is available in hundreds of those areas [1] - Over 90,000 products, including pantry items, cleaning supplies, medications, clothing, and toys, are eligible for delivery within three hours or less [2] Service Expansion - The service began with small-scale tests late last year and is expected to expand to more areas in the coming months [3] - Amazon aims to innovate delivery speed while maintaining low prices and a wide selection, continuing the legacy of its Prime service [3] User Experience Enhancements - A new storefront shopping page has been added for areas with these delivery options, allowing users to filter search results for products eligible for one-hour or three-hour delivery [4] - Customers can also check ultrafast delivery options on Amazon's dedicated getitfast site [4]