If you haven’t tried in-store and curbside pickup, you’re missing out on a safe, convenient way to shop your favorite retailers. Not only do you save time by shopping online, you can save on shipping costs and often get your merchandise the same day — sometimes within a few hours. Here’s who offers it and what you need to know.

What Is Curbside Pickup?

Curbside pickup allows you to place an order online, then pick it up within a few hours. A store associate brings your items out to your vehicle, allowing for contact-less purchasing that’s convenient and easy.

How Does Curbside Pickup Work?

Check before you start shopping for availability, as some retailers offer curbside service at a limited number of locations and times. When shopping online, select items available for curbside pickup and complete your checkout. You’ll receive an email confirmation when your order is ready for pickup. Most retailers require you to bring your email receipt and photo identification to collect your merchandise.

Do You Tip Curbside Pickup?

Most retailers have a policy that tipping is not required, which leaves the choice of tipping up to you. There’s no hard and fast rule on this one, and due to contact-less delivery, you may not even interact with an employee.

What Does In Store Pickup Mean?

In-store pickup allows you to save time by shopping online, and you don’t have to wait days (and pay extra) for shipping. Just place your order and pick it up at a designated time and place in the store (often the customer service desk). Some stores will even incentivize shoppers with discounts or coupons for choosing this option.

How Does In-Store Pickup Work?

For most retailers, you’ll select the in-store pickup option as you shop online, then receive a confirmation email when your order is ready. Be sure to bring the email receipt as well as photo identification, which you may need to present when you pick up your order. Most retailers will let you designate another person for pickup. Just be sure they bring their ID. The timeframe for pickup varies by retailer, but you usually have a few days. If you miss the deadline, your order will be cancelled.

What Is BOPIS?

BOPIS is an acronym for “Buy Online, Pick Up In Store.” Some stores will use the phrase when explaining their pickup policies.

Can You Get Same Day In-Store Pickup?

Most major big-box retailers — think Target and Walmart — as well as a variety of other retailers offer same-day, in-store pickup. The average timeframe is four hours from the time you order until pickup. But it’s best to wait for confirmation from the retailer that your order is ready (typically an email, text message or app alert).

Stores With Curbside Pickup and In Store Pickup Options

Many stores across Groupon offer in-store and curbside pickup options, along with coupons and deals, but we’ve selected the top 15 retailers with the best order online, pickup in-store and curbside pickup options. Click on each retailer to find out their options and policies.

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Bath & Body Works  |  Bed Bath & Beyond  |  Best Buy  |  CVS  |  Home Depot  |  JCPenney  |  Kohl’s  |  Lowe’s  |  Macy’s  |  Old Navy  |  Sephora  |  Target  |  Ulta  |  Walgreens  |  Walmart

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Bath & Body Works Buy Online, Pickup In Store

When you need the sweet scent of Bath & Body Works, you can buy online and pick it up in store at select locations.

How It Works: Select your store first to check for availability before shopping online. Only a select number of stores are currently participating, and availability may be limited during some promotional sale days.

Pickup Time: You’ll receive an email when your order is ready — typically about four business hours. You’ll have up to two days to pick up your items.

Bath & Body Works Curbside or Drive-Up Service

Curbside and drive-up service is not available at this time, but you can pick up your order in-store at select locations or choose to have your items shipped to your home.

Bed Bath & Beyond Buy Online, Pickup In Store

Bed Bath & Beyond offers both curbside and in-store pickup.

How It Works: For in-store pickup, shop online and during checkout, confirm your store location and pickup person.

Pickup Time: You’ll receive an email to pick up your order within two business hours, and you’ll have up to three days to pick up your purchase.

Bed Bath & Beyond Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

Shop online for items that are eligible for curbside pickup. When you arrive at the store, tap "I am at the store" in your email or app. Then pop your trunk, and a store associate will bring your items out. Online coupons can be used toward qualifying items in your curbside pickup order.

Best Buy Buy Online, Pickup In Store

The electronics retailer encourages its customers to take advantage of its curbside pickup option. Throughout the holiday season, most store locations offer extended curbside pickup availability, one hour before and after regular store hours. Check with your local store for details.

How It Works: In locations where store pickup is available, you can get same-day pickup for most items and free shipping to stores. Look for the “Store Pickup” option in checkout. You’ll receive an email when your order is ready, then head to the store pickup desk. Free “Ship to Store” is also available for merchandise not in stock at your store, except for music, DVDs, video games and other select items.

Pickup Time: Most orders are available within 24 hours, but wait to receive your email receipt before heading to the store.

Best Buy Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

When reviewing your online order, select “Use Curbside Pickup.” You’ll receive an email when your order is ready. Bring your photo ID and the credit card you used for your purchase.

CVS Buy Online, Pickup In Store

CVS offers curbside, drive-thru and in-store pickup at a limited number of locations in six states.

How It Works: Browse the online selection and make a list. Then call the CVS store to place your order. You’ll receive a phone call when your items are ready.

Pickup Time: The pickup time window is 24 hours, but wait times will vary depending on the store.

CVS Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

For curbside service at these locations, call when you arrive and they’ll bring your purchase out to your vehicle.

Home Depot Buy Online, Pickup In Store

Ready to start that home improvement project? You can order your supplies from your local Home Depot and pick them up in-store or have them delivered curbside within hours.

How It Works: Choose the "Pick Up In-Store" option and select your store location when you’re shopping online. You'll receive an email or text message when your purchase is ready to pick up at the customer service desk.

Pickup Time: Most orders are ready within a few hours. However, allow for extra processing time for items requiring assembly or for large orders. During sales events and holidays, orders may be delayed. You’ll have seven days to pick up your merchandise.

Home Depot Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

You can also request curbside pickup by 6 p.m. that day. You’ll receive an email or text notification with a phone number to call when you arrive at a designated curbside pickup spot at your Home Depot. Remember to bring identification.

JCPenney Buy Online, Pickup In Store

JCPenney offers a “Same Day Pick Up” option when shopping online, and you can often snag a 5% discount on your order for selecting this option.

How It Works: Choose “Free Same Day Pickup“ when shopping online or on the app. When your order is ready, you’ll receive an email.

Pickup Time: Order by 5 p.m. local time to get your items the same day. Orders are typically ready within two hours. You have 10 days to pick up your merchandise.

JCPenney Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

When making your purchase online, you can also select “Style on the Go Curbside Pickup.” You’ll receive a notification via email or the app to check-in, including directions to park in one of the dedicated spaces. An associate will place your order in your car when it’s ready.

Kohl’s Buy Online, Pickup In Store

When shopping online at Kohl’s, Choose the “Free Store Pickup” option in your shopping cart and you can get your in-stock orders that same day. Selecting in-store pickup can be an even better deal, as Kohl’s will typically include $5 in Kohl’s Cash with your confirmation email.

How It Works: When shopping online, you must choose the “Free Store Pickup Today” option prior to selecting the “Add to Cart” button. You’ll receive an email when your order is ready. Use one of the dedicated store pickup parking spots, then present your email receipt at the customer service desk to get your items.

Pickup Time: If you place your order prior to 6 p.m. local time, it will be ready for pickup within two hours. You have seven days from the original purchase date to pick up your items.

Kohl’s Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

Check this “Limited-Contact Store Drive Up” list for locations and hours — stores offering this option have a purple car icon next to them. When shopping online, choose “Free Drive Up" in your shopping bag and during checkout. You’ll receive an email confirmation with directions for letting the store know you’ve arrived to pick up your order.

Lowe’s Buy Online, Pickup In Store

The home improvement retailer offers “Free Store Pickup” and “Curbside Pickup” options. Use the Lowe’s app for faster service.

How It Works: Order online and select “Free Store Pickup” at checkout. When your items are ready, you’ll receive an email. Open the Lowe’s app and select the blue “Tell Us You’re on the Way” button before you head to the store. Then follow the bright blue pickup signs to the customer service desk or designated pickup area.

Pickup Time: Although most orders are available for pickup the same day, wait for the confirmation email until you head to the store. Your items will be available for seven days after you place the order.

Lowe’s Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

Choose “Curbside Pickup” when ordering online. After you receive your email confirmation, head to the store and park in one of the designated spaces. Call the number on the sign so an associate can bring your items to your vehicle.

Macy’s Buy Online, Pickup In Store

Macy’s offers free ”Pickup In Store” for online orders and orders shipped to a store. Click here to find out if it’s available at your Macy’s location.

How It Works: Choose “Free Pickup In Store” at checkout, then follow the instructions on your confirmation email. Some items are excluded, including fine jewelry, food products, furniture, mattresses, and rugs.

Pickup Time: You can get most in-stock items within two hours if you order by 6 p.m. local time. Your goods will be available for seven days.

Macy’s Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

“Contact-Free Curbside Pickup” is available at most locations. When you receive the email that your order is ready, choose ”Curbside.” The email will include directions on where to go, the phone number to call when you arrive, and the date your items will be held until.

Old Navy Buy Online, Pickup In Store

Old Navy offers "Curbside Pickup” or “In-Store Pickup.” You'll be able to decide which option you prefer when you arrive by either just walking in the store or following the directions for “Curbside Pickup.”

How It Works: When you’re shopping online (don’t forget to check for coupons and promo-codes first), then at checkout choose “In-Store Pickup.” You’ll receive an email when your items are ready. Bring your email receipt and photo ID to the store and follow the signs to the pickup area within the store.

Pickup Time: Items are ready within two hours or less if you order at least two hours before the store closes. Your merchandise will be available for five days.

Old Navy Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

Choose “Curbside Pickup” when you shop online. When your order is ready, you’ll receive an email that includes a phone number to call when you arrive. Show your receipt and photo ID to the store associate, then just pop the trunk.

Sephora Buy Online, Pickup In Store

The beauty retailer offers a ”Reserve Online, Pick Up in Store” option at participating locations.

How It Works: When shopping online, pick your store and reserve your products. You’ll receive an email when your items are ready. Bring in the email to the store and notify a Beauty Advisor when you arrive that you are picking up an online order to avoid any lines. You’ll pay for your goods when you pick them up. Pickup service is not available at Sephora inside JCPenney stores.

Pickup Time: Orders are typically ready for pickup within four hours, but wait to receive your email confirmation before heading to the store. You’ll have two days to pick up your items.

Sephora Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

Due to most stores’ mall location, curbside service is not available.

Target Buy Online, Pickup In Store

Target offers "Order Pickup” and ”Driveup” options. You can occasionally snag discounts on specific items in these orders by signing up for Target Circle offers.

How It Works: Look for items eligible for “Order Pickup” when shopping online and select the store where you want to pick them up. You’ll receive an email or app notification when your items are ready; then head to guest services to pick up your merchandise.

Pickup Time: Items are available for pickup within four hours. Your order will be available for three days after ordering.

Target Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

Order with the “Driveup” option, and you’ll be alerted by email when your items are ready. Before you head to the store, click on the “I’m on my way” button on the website or in the app. Park in the designated spot and follow the instructions in the email to have your items delivered to your car.

Ulta Buy Online, Pickup In Store

The beauty retailer offers both in-store and curbside options by choosing “Pickup” when shopping online.

How It Works: After you place your order, you’ll receive a confirmation with step-by-step instructions, followed by a text or email letting you know your items are ready. To pick up in store, head to the pickup counter with your email receipt and ID. Pickup options and hours vary by store.

Pickup Time: Ulta doesn’t offer a specific timeframe for when orders will be ready, but you’ll have up to five days to pick up your items.

Ulta Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

For curbside pickup, click “I’m Here” in your text or email when you arrive, and an Ulta associate will bring your items out to your vehicle. Gift cards are not available for curbside pickup.

Walgreens Buy Online, Pickup In Store

In addition to Walgreens Express, which is available for prescriptions only, Walgreens offers an in-store pickup option. You can get a 30% discount on your pickup order by using the code CYBER30 when checking out online.

How It Works: After selecting your store, order online or use the Walgreens app, then choose “In-Store Pickup.” You’ll receive an email (and a text if you are opted-in) when your items are ready. When you get to the store, head to the photo counter for order pickup.

Prescriptions are separate transactions from retail pickup orders and must be paid for separately, but you can get both your pickup order and your prescriptions at the pharmacy.

Certain items are excluded from pickup, including tobacco, some gift cards, items containing pseudoephedrine, magazines, newspapers and online-only items.

Pickup Time: Orders are generally available within 30 minutes.

Walgreens Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

You can also choose curbside or drive-thru pickup for your order. If you choose curbside, head to the store and tap the "I'm here" button in the email or text link. A team member will bring your items to your vehicle.

Walmart Buy Online, Pickup In Store

The retailer offers free pickup and curbside service through its website and app.

How It Works: When shopping online, look for items marked “Free Pickup Today.” You’ll receive an email when your items are ready. You can also check in with the Walmart app, and the store will have your order ready when you arrive.

Pickup Time: Same-day orders are available within four hours. Orders placed after 4 p.m. local time are available the next day.

Walmart Curbside or Drive-Up Service:

Walmart also offers curbside pickup for an additional fee. Just choose a pickup timeslot when ordering online.

More Ways to Save

Don’t stop the savings at pickup:

• Always get the best deals and discounts by using Groupon coupon codes.
• Discover the best stay-at-home deals right now.
• Need groceries? Check out Groupon’s best grocery delivery pickup options.
• Combine your online shopping with sales and specialized discounts, like those for the military and seniors.