How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Washington start from $23. The average price for this route is around $28. 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 Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to Washington is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 86 miles (138 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , OurBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Washington at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Washington generates an estimated 3 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 Washington?

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 Washington?

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 Washington?

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 Washington?

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 Washington from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:50pm	Newark (DE)	2h 10m	7:00pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	1h 55m	3:25pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Fastest
Bus	12:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 25m	5:15pm	Union Station	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Newark (DE)	2h	4:00pm	Union Station	No tags
Bus	1:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 55m	4:45pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:50am	Newark (DE)	1h 55m	4:45am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 40m	2:25pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Newark (DE)	2h 10m	7:00pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:50am	Newark (DE)	4h 35m	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	12:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 25m	5:15pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:50am	Newark (DE)	1h 55m	4:45am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 40m	2:25pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Newark (DE)	2h 10m	7:00pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:50am	Newark (DE)	4h 35m	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	12:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 25m	5:15pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

86 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $55	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $592	Average Duration1h 34m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Washington?

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 Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,488 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,410 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 Washington recent customer reviews

Going to Wilmington was so awful I did not use my return ticket. Wasted $25. My 1:00 bus on Friday was cancelled was supposedly notified by email. Must've been phantom. Will not use again. Bad experience.

Brenda R.

December 16, 2019

Very pleasant and comfortable

Monica B.

January 21, 2022

OurBus

4/53,163 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 1 daily trips between Wilmington and Washington, 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, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Washington start from $23. The average price for this route is around $28. 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 Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to Washington is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 86 miles (138 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Washington at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Washington?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Washington generates an estimated 3 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 Washington?
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 Washington?
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 Washington?
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 Washington?
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

11/29

$25

11/30

$28

Today

$22

12/02

$20

12/03

$16

12/04

$16

12/05

$16

12/06

$17

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $16

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $46 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-05.

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.