Opening times
| Day | Typical opening | Early stores |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 5:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| Sunday | 6:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
These are the hours most standalone stores use. Dunkin is franchised, so the owner sets the schedule. Check the Dunkin app for your exact store. It shows today’s hours on the store page.
Stores that open earlier
- Gas station Dunkins often open with the station, 4 AM or 24 hours.
- Airport locations open for the first departures, usually 4 AM to 4:30 AM.
- Hospital and university stores follow the building.
- Highway rest stops are commonly 24 hours.
Why donuts are best at opening
Donuts are delivered or finished in the early morning, usually between 3 AM and 5 AM. The first two hours after opening have the widest selection and the softest donuts. By 10 AM popular flavors like Boston Kreme can be gone. By late afternoon the case is thin.
Drive-thru opening time
The drive-thru opens with the store. At stores that close the lobby early, the drive-thru sometimes opens before the dining room, but it never opens later. If the app says the store opens at 5 AM, the drive-thru is open at 5 AM.
Closing times
Most stores close at 9 PM or 10 PM. Drive-thrus often run an hour later. See the full hours page for closing times and holiday hours for days that differ.
Frequently asked questions
What time does Dunkin open on weekdays?
5 AM at most locations. Stores in gas stations, airports and Walmart often open earlier, at 4 AM or 4:30 AM.
What time does Dunkin open on Saturday and Sunday?
6 AM at most stores. Some busy suburban stores keep the 5 AM weekday time on Saturdays.
Are any Dunkin stores open 24 hours?
Yes, a small number, mostly drive-thru only, near highways and hospitals in the Northeast. The app shows a 24 hours label for those.
What time does Dunkin start serving breakfast?
The moment the store opens. The entire menu, including sandwiches and donuts, is available from opening.