Bus from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Newark to Wilmington on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Newark Penn Station
Wilmington Bus StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
Newark Penn Station
Newark (DE)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Newark Penn Station
Wilmington Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Newark Penn Station
Newark (DE)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Newark Penn Station
Wilmington Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Wilmington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
2h 25mAverage Duration
180 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$37 - $211Average Duration2h 25m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$19 - $868Average Duration1h 31m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Wilmington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Wilmington start from $37. The average price for this route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Newark to Wilmington?

    The average bus travel time from Newark to Wilmington is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 180 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Newark to Wilmington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, La Cubana Xpress, Coach USA.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newark to Wilmington?

    The earliest bus departs from Newark to Wilmington at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Wilmington?

    A bus trip from Newark to Wilmington generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Newark to Wilmington?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Coach USA, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 160 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Wilmington?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Coach USA has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Newark to Wilmington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Coach USA, with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Wilmington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Coach USA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-29
$58
11-30
$105
Today
$49
12-02
$36
12-03
$32
12-04
$31
12-05
$32
12-06
$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $110 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE?

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