How to Print Photos at CVS or Walgreens with Same-Day Pickup

If you need photo prints quickly, CVS and Walgreens offer convenient same-day pickup, with many participating locations preparing eligible orders in as little as 1 hour. You don’t need to use a kiosk or upload your photos to a separate site to get them.

With Shutterfly, you can place your order online using photos from your phone or your saved library, then pick up your prints at a nearby CVS or Walgreens location the same day. It’s a convenient way to get prints when you’re short on time, without changing how you store or manage your photos.

Print Photos at CVS or Walgreens with Same-Day Pickup

You can order photo prints for same-day pickup at CVS or Walgreens directly through Shutterfly. Upload your photos (or use ones already in your account), choose your print size, select a nearby store, and place your order. Many participating locations have eligible orders ready in as little as 1 hour, and you’ll receive an email when your prints are ready for pickup.

How Same-Day Photo Printing Works

Ordering prints for store pickup is straightforward and handled entirely online:

Add your photos
Upload images from your phone or computer, or select photos already saved in your Shutterfly account.
Choose your print size
Same-day pickup is available for 4×6, 5×7, 8×10, 11×14, and 16×20 photo prints at participating CVS and Walgreens locations.
Select a pickup location
Enter your location and choose a CVS or Walgreens store nearby.
Place your order
Review your prints and submit your order online.
Pick up your prints in 1 hour
Your order will be ready at your selected store for pickup.

Printing Photos From Your Phone for Store Pickup

If your photos are on your phone, you can upload them directly to your Shutterfly account and place your order in minutes. There’s no need to transfer files or connect to an in-store machine—just select your photos, choose your prints, and pick a store location.

This makes it easy to print photos on the go, whether you’re heading to an event, traveling, or realizing at the last minute that you need physical copies.

What You Can Print for Same-Day Pickup

For 1-hour pickup at CVS or Walgreens, 4×6 glossy prints are available.

If you need more flexibility—like larger sizes, matte finishes, or prints for albums and wall displays—you can choose standard photo print delivery instead. Those options are shipped directly to your home and offer a wider range of formats and quantities.

When Same-Day Pickup Makes Sense

Same-day photo printing is designed for speed and convenience. It’s a good option when you:

Need prints for a last-minute gift
Want photos ready for an event or display
Are traveling and don’t have time to wait for delivery
Realize you need printed photos on short notice

For more planned projects—like creating albums, decorating a space, or printing in larger quantities—ordering prints for delivery gives you more options to work with.

Order Same-Day Photo Prints Near You

When you need photo prints fast, order online through Shutterfly and pick them up the same day at a participating CVS or Walgreens location near you. Many stores prepare eligible orders in as little as 1 hour, making it easy to get your prints without waiting for shipping.

It’s a simple way to turn the photos you already have into prints you can use right away without adding extra steps to the process.

FAQs About CVS and Walgreens Photo Printing

Can I print photos at CVS or Walgreens using my phone?
Yes. You can upload photos from your phone through Shutterfly, place your order online, and pick up your prints in-store.

Do I need to use a kiosk to print photos at CVS or Walgreens?
No. Your order is placed online, so you can go straight to pickup when your prints are ready.

How fast is same-day photo printing?
Many participating CVS and Walgreens locations prepare eligible same-day pickup orders in as little as 1 hour, though processing times vary by store. You’ll receive an email when your order is ready for pickup.

What sizes are available for same-day pickup?
Same-day pickup is available for 4×6, 5×7, 8×10, 11×14, and 16×20 photo prints at participating CVS and Walgreens locations. Additional sizes and specialty print options are available with home delivery.

Related Resources

If you’re looking for more ways to print and use your photos, there are plenty of options beyond same-day pickup. From choosing the right print sizes to finding creative ways to display your photos, exploring different approaches can help you get more out of every image.