Bus Tickets from Wilmington, DE to Chicago

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TodayAug 31
from US$126
TomorrowSep 1
TueSep 2
from US$105
WedSep 3
ThuSep 4
FriSep 5
from US$91
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: September 2 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Delaware Rest Stop S
    Arrival time: September 3 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: September 2 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Delaware Rest Stop S
    Arrival time: September 3 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 2 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 3 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 2 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 3 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 2 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 3 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$69 - US$237Average Duration1d 2h
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$111 - US$444Average Duration23h 7m
95kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Wilmington to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
US$69Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Wilmington, DE to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$114
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure2:50am
Distance1030 km
Latest bus departure9:25pm

Wilmington to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Wilmington, DE - Chicago

  1. How far is Wilmington from Chicago?

    The distance between Wilmington and Chicago is approximately 1046 km (649 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Wilmington Bus Station in Wilmington will take you to Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-29
US$100
08-30
US$91
Today
US$133
09-01
US$119
09-02
US$99
09-03
US$75
09-04
US$70
09-05
US$83
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Chicago was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of US$70

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

You can expect to pay from US$70 to US$193 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$70 which is on 2025-09-04.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Wilmington to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Wilmington to Chicago.

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Did you know?

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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

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

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