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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | 199 Spring Garden St. | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | 199 Spring Garden St. | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags |
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Get from Wilmington to Philadelphia
The journey takes about 16 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Philadelphia?
Stops in Wilmington
- A
Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop
505 Cando St, Wilmington, NC 28405
Stops in Philadelphia
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Philadelphia start from $84. The average price for this route is around $134. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Wilmington to Philadelphia is 16h 40m, covering a distance of 678 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 31m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Philadelphia route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Philadelphia at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 4:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 5, 2026 with a price of $81To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $81 to $126 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2026-02-05.
