CVS pharmacy hours change by location, day, and even service (store, pharmacy, clinic), so the only way to be sure you don’t show up to a closed counter is to check today’s hours for your exact store before you go.
Quick answer: how to see today’s CVS pharmacy hours
CVS pharmacy hours are set by each store, so there is no single national schedule. To see today’s hours for your location, use the official CVS store locator or the CVS app: enter your city or ZIP, choose your store, and check the Pharmacy hours and Today’s hours shown on that page, which reflect current information, including holiday or temporary changes.
How to Check CVS Pharmacy Hours for Your Nearest Location
Use the official CVS store locator or app to see today’s pharmacy hours, holiday notices, and temporary changes.
The fastest and most accurate way to check hours is through the official CVS store locator.
What to do:
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Search for your city or ZIP code
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Select your specific CVS location
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Review:
This ensures you’re seeing the most up-to-date information for that location.
Step‑by‑step: find today’s hours for your CVS
1. Use the official CVS store locator (most accurate)
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Go to the CVS store locator at cvs.com and open the pharmacy locations page.
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Enter your city, ZIP code, or “Use my location.”
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In the results list, click your preferred store.
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On the store page, look for:
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Store hours (retail area)
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Pharmacy hours (prescription counter)
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Today’s hours / Open until… message
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Notes about holiday hours or temporary closures if present
This is the most reliable way to confirm today’s schedule because CVS updates these pages when hours change for holidays, renovations, or staffing.
2. Check hours in the CVS Pharmacy app
If you use CVS regularly, the app is often faster than searching each time.
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Save your usual store as your preferred location in the app to see hours in one tap.
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From the home screen, tap your store name to view current pharmacy and store hours, plus services like drive‑thru or MinuteClinic if available.
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Turn on notifications so you can get alerts if hours change or your store has a temporary closure.
The app also lets you request refills and schedule pickup or delivery even when the physical pharmacy is closed; your order will be processed when the pharmacy reopens.
3. Use Google Maps as a quick backup (but double‑check)
You can search “CVS pharmacy near me” or a store’s address in Google Maps to see an instant view of hours, “Open now,” and the weekly schedule. This is helpful for a quick check, but:
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Maps may not show last‑minute changes, holiday hours, or lunch breaks, because it often pulls from older data or user edits.
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Maps usually shows store hours, not always the separate pharmacy‑counter schedule.
Use Google Maps as a rough guide, but confirm with the CVS locator or a phone call before a critical visit.
4. Call the store if timing is critical
For same‑day prescriptions, visits during holidays, severe weather, or right around lunch, call your CVS directly.
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The phone number is listed on the store locator result and the store page.
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Many stores use an automated system that announces today’s pharmacy hours before connecting you to staff.
A 30‑second call can save a wasted trip if hours have changed unexpectedly.
Typical CVS pharmacy hour patterns (for context only)
These are common examples, not guaranteed hours. Always confirm your own store.
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Weekdays (Mon–Fri): Many CVS pharmacies open around mid‑morning (often 8–10 AM) and close in the early evening (often around 8–9 PM), while the retail store may open earlier and stay open later.
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Saturday: Pharmacies often have slightly shorter hours than weekdays (for example, closing mid‑afternoon or early evening), while the store itself may stay open into the evening.
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Sunday: Many locations are open with reduced pharmacy hours, and some locations may be closed or have very limited hours, depending on local demand and regulations.
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24‑hour stores: Some CVS stores are open 24/7, especially near hospitals or in busy urban areas, but even in those stores the pharmacy counter is not usually 24 hours and will have its own schedule.
Think of these as rough patterns to set expectations, not as fixed rules.
Store hours vs. pharmacy hours vs. clinic hours
CVS stores, pharmacy counters, and MinuteClinic locations often operate on different schedules.
At many CVS locations, different parts of the store follow different schedules.
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Retail store hours: When you can buy over‑the‑counter medicine, snacks, personal care items, and use photo services. These hours are often the longest.
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Pharmacy counter hours: When pharmacists are on duty to fill prescriptions, provide consultations, give vaccinations, and manage medication questions. These hours are usually shorter than store hours and may include a daily lunch closure.
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MinuteClinic hours (where available): Walk‑in or appointment‑based clinic services may have a separate timetable from both the store and the pharmacy.
A store being open does not automatically mean the pharmacy counter or clinic is available, so always check the specific section you need.
Lunch breaks and temporary closures
CVS has implemented dedicated lunch breaks for many pharmacy teams so staff can take a short, uninterrupted rest each day.
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In many locations, the pharmacy counter closes for about 30 minutes, commonly around 1:30 PM–2:00 PM local time, while the retail store remains open.
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During this time, pharmacists are not available to fill prescriptions or provide consultations, but you may still be able to shop or drop off a paper prescription in a secure box for later processing.
Because lunch‑break policies can differ by store and state, check your store’s page or call ahead if you plan to visit around midday.
Temporary changes—like renovations, severe weather, or staffing issues—are usually reflected on the store locator page or communicated via signage, app alerts, or phone recordings.
Holiday hours: how CVS pharmacies usually handle major dates
Holiday schedules can vary by year and location, but many CVS pharmacies adjust hours on major holidays.
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Major holidays: On days like Christmas and sometimes Thanksgiving or Easter, many pharmacies either close or operate with very limited hours, while some retail stores may stay open with reduced schedules.
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Other federal holidays: On days such as New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and Christmas Eve, many locations use shortened hours (for example, opening later or closing earlier than usual), but some run on a normal schedule.
Because there is no single nationwide holiday schedule, the safest approach is:
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Check your store in the CVS locator 1–2 weeks before a holiday for posted changes.
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Confirm again by app or phone 24–48 hours before your visit, in case of last‑minute updates.
Avoid relying only on third‑party directories for holiday hours, as they may not reflect temporary changes.
What you can do when your CVS pharmacy is closed
If you check the locator and find that the pharmacy counter is closed, you still have options.
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Request refills online or in the app: You can submit refill requests 24/7; they will be processed when the pharmacy reopens, and you’ll get alerts when prescriptions are ready.
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Schedule pickup or delivery: Many CVS locations offer pickup windows and delivery services you can schedule ahead of time through your online account.
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Use online or phone support: CVS provides phone and online support for general medication questions and refill status, even outside local store hours, through its customer service lines and digital tools.
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Check alternative pharmacies nearby: For urgent needs when your CVS is closed, you may need to check other nearby or 24‑hour pharmacies or use a local guide like Where’s the Closest Pharmacy? Guwahati Healthcare Lifeline; always call ahead to confirm that their pharmacy counters are open.
For any life‑threatening situation or serious medical emergency, skip the pharmacy and call emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department.
For safety, always follow your prescriber’s instructions and general guidance on filling and refilling prescriptions safely from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
For broader information on using pharmacies as part of your care team, you can review the CDC’s overview of pharmacy resources and services, which explains how pharmacies support ongoing health management.
Frequently asked questions
What time does CVS pharmacy open?
Opening times vary by store and day, but many CVS pharmacies start service sometime between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM on weekdays. To know exactly when your pharmacy opens today, check your store’s page in the CVS locator or in the CVS app.
What time does CVS pharmacy close?
Many CVS pharmacies close in the early evening, often around 8:00 PM–9:00 PM, and may close earlier on weekends than on weekdays. Always confirm the closing time for your specific store through the locator, app, or a quick phone call before you go.
Are CVS pharmacies open on Sundays?
Many CVS pharmacies are open on Sundays, but usually with shorter hours than weekdays, and a few locations may be closed depending on local demand. The locator will show Sunday hours for your store under the Pharmacy hours section.
Are CVS pharmacies open 24 hours?
Some CVS retail stores operate 24/7, especially in high‑traffic or hospital‑adjacent areas, but the pharmacy counter in those stores is usually not 24 hours and follows its own schedule. Use the locator’s filters and store pages to find 24‑hour locations and see the exact pharmacy hours.
Do all CVS pharmacies have the same hours?
No. Hours depend on local customer traffic, staffing, regulations, and whether the CVS is standalone or inside another store, so CVS asks you to check each location’s hours individually on its website or app.
Conclusion
CVS pharmacy hours don’t follow one national timetable, so guessing based on “typical” times is risky. The fastest way to avoid wasted trips is to check today’s pharmacy hours for your exact store using the CVS locator, app, or a quick phone call, then treat general patterns (weekday, weekend, holiday, lunch breaks) as context only.
Methodology
This guide is based on information from CVS’s official store locator, sample store pages, and CVS digital services, along with other publicly available details about how CVS typically operates its pharmacy, store, holiday, and lunch‑break hours. All “typical” hours are shared as common examples only, and readers are directed to check their own store’s listing for real‑time, location‑specific hours.
Disclaimer
This content is for general informational purposes only and is not affiliated with or officially endorsed by CVS Pharmacy or CVS Health. Because individual store and pharmacy hours can change at any time, nothing here guarantees the schedule of any specific CVS location; always confirm directly through CVS’s official website, app, or phone line before visiting.
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