How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Philadelphia start from $13. The average price for this route is around $15. 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 trip duration from Wilmington to Philadelphia is 45m, covering a distance of 27 miles (43 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Philadelphia route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Philadelphia at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia from $7 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Newark (DE)	55m	3:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	1h	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	1h	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	1h	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	1h	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	1h	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Newark (DE)	55m	3:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 21 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35train per day

21mAverage Duration

25 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $35	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $325	Average Duration21m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Wilmington Philadelphia recent customer reviews

It was great service for a great price!!

Deja W.

July 5, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,505 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

OurBus

4/53,168 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 2 daily trips between Wilmington and Philadelphia, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE 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 $13. The average price for this route is around $15. 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 trip duration from Wilmington to Philadelphia is 45m, covering a distance of 27 miles (43 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Philadelphia at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Philadelphia?
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

12/01

$11

12/02

$9

Today

$10

12/04

$8

12/05

$9

12/06

$8

12/07

$8

12/08

$8

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $8

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $8 to $19 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-12-08.

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.