How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Newark?

The cheapest coach tickets from Wilmington to Newark start from £21. The average price for this route is around £31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Newark?

The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Newark is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 101 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , OurBus , BBBus.com .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Newark?

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Newark at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 18:50.

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

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

Which is the best bus company from Wilmington to Newark?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Wilmington to Newark from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Newark on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:50	Delaware Rest Stop S	5h 25m	00:15	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Wilmington to Newark on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	05:55	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	14:50	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	2h 35m	05:10	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	17:00	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	20:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Newark on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:55	Newark (DE)	2h 30m	05:25	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	05:55	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	10:45	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	14:50	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	17:00	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	20:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Newark on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	05:55	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	14:50	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	2h 35m	05:10	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	17:00	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	20:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3h 35mAverage duration

101 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£21 - £80	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£11 - £326	Average duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Newark?

Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87412 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £21

Greyhound Wilmington Newark recent customer reviews

Very good!

Maressa S.

25 January 2020

The best bus to travel with

Mary K.

26 May 2019

Not bad

Titilayo S.

30 March 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,490 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

OurBus

4/53,165 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

BBBus.com

3/5129 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.1

WiFi2.1

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Newark?
The cheapest coach tickets from Wilmington to Newark start from £21. The average price for this route is around £31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Newark?
The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Newark is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 101 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, OurBus, BBBus.com.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Newark at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 18:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Newark?
A bus journey from Wilmington to Newark produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Wilmington to Newark?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Newark?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

29/11

£30

30/11

£70

Today

£38

02/12

£24

03/12

£19

04/12

£18

05/12

£20

06/12

£17

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £17

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 Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £17 to £113 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-12-06.

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.