When a package’s tracking information indicates it has “arrived at hub,” it signifies that the item has reached a central processing facility within the United States Postal Service’s (USPS) network. This facility acts as a major sorting and distribution point. For example, a package traveling from a local post office to a distant state will typically pass through one or more of these hubs to be efficiently routed to its final destination.
The arrival notification is an important step in the shipping process because it confirms that the package is progressing through the system and is actively being processed for further delivery. These hubs are strategically located to optimize delivery times and streamline the movement of mail and packages across the country. Historically, the USPS has relied on a network of such facilities to manage the complex logistics of national mail delivery, adapting and expanding these hubs over time to accommodate increasing volume and evolving technological advancements.