What is the difference between last mile delivery and final mile delivery?

Last mile delivery and final mile delivery describe the same concept — the final leg of the logistics chain from a distribution hub to the end recipient's address. "Last mile" is the dominant industry term across European logistics and the standard terminology used in carrier networks, parcel tracking systems, and logistics documentation. "Final mile" appears in some B2C and same-day delivery contexts to emphasise the consumer-facing nature of that last leg. Both terms refer to the same operational stage with the same cost structure and complexity characteristics.

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