Bus Tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, DE

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TodayAug 6
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Newark (DE)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Wilmington

Bus
Average PriceUS$14 - US$45Average Duration50m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Train
Average PriceUS$8 - US$194Average Duration25m
4kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Philadelphia to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26train per day
25mAverage Duration
US$8Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, DE: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$16
Average Bus Trip Duration50m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure12:50am
Distance43 km
Latest bus departure8:30pm

Philadelphia to Wilmington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - Wilmington, DE

  1. What is the travel distance from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

    The distance between Philadelphia and Wilmington is approximately 42 km (26 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

    Buses departing from Philadelphia Airport in Philadelphia will take you to Wilmington Bus Station in Wilmington.

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

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08-04
US$9
08-05
US$8
Today
US$8
08-07
US$8
08-08
US$9
08-09
US$9
08-10
US$9
08-11
US$8
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Aug 5, 2025 with a price of US$8

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

You can expect to pay from US$8 to US$27 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$8 which is on 2025-08-07.

Usually FlixBus Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Philadelphia to Wilmington.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Philadelphia to Wilmington.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Philadelphia to Wilmington.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, DE?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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