Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Wilmington on 4 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
Newark (DE)Cheapest
FlixBus
Union Station
Newark (DE)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
Wilmington Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Union Station
Newark (DE)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
Wilmington Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Wilmington

Bus
Average priceUS$18 - US$52Average duration2h 21m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$13 - US$346Average duration1h 29m
14kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 2 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
2h 21mAverage duration
US$18Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$25
Average bus trip duration2h 21m
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure00:35
Distance89 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Washington to Wilmington Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Wilmington from Washington, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Wilmington, DE

  1. What's the distance between Washington and Wilmington by coach?

    The journey from Washington to Wilmington by coach covers an approximate distance of 98 miles (158 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Washington to Wilmington without a car?

    You can reach Wilmington from Washington by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/10
US$22
02/10
US$20
Today
US$21
04/10
US$22
05/10
US$17
06/10
US$14
07/10
US$18
08/10
US$13
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 8 Oct 2025 with a price of US$13

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

You can expect to pay from US$13 to US$36 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$13, which is on 2025-10-08.

Usually Greyhound 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 Washington to Wilmington.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Washington to Wilmington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Washington to Wilmington.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Washington to Wilmington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE?

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