How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Wilmington?

The cheapest coach tickets from Richmond to Wilmington start from £29. The average price for this route is around £40. 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 Richmond to Wilmington?

The average bus journey time from Richmond to Wilmington is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 183 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Wilmington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Wilmington at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.

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

A bus journey from Richmond to Wilmington produces an estimated 7 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 Richmond to Wilmington?

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 5597 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

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.

Bus Richmond to Wilmington from £25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Richmond to Wilmington on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 20m	02:30	Newark (DE)	Cheapest
	Bus	09:20	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 10m	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 45m	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 5m	07:15	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 15m	12:20	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Wilmington on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 15m	12:20	Newark (DE)	Cheapest
	Bus	09:20	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 10m	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 45m	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 5m	07:15	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 20m	02:30	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Wilmington on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 20m	02:30	Newark (DE)	Cheapest
	Bus	09:20	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 10m	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 45m	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 5m	07:15	Newark (DE)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Wilmington on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:50	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 40m	18:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	Cheapest
	Bus	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h	02:50	Newark (DE)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 45m	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h 15m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	21:30	Henrico	5h 20m	02:50	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Wilmington on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:50	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 40m	18:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	Cheapest
	Bus	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h	02:50	Newark (DE)	Fastest
	Bus	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 50m	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h 15m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Wilmington on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:50	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 40m	18:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	Cheapest
	Bus	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 20m	02:30	Newark (DE)	Fastest
	Bus	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 50m	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 15m	12:20	Newark (DE)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	8h 20m	17:05	Delaware Rest Stop S	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Wilmington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

5h 5mAverage duration

183 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£29 - £83	Average duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£30 - £589	Average duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Wilmington?

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11471 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £29

FlixBus Richmond Wilmington recent customer reviews

Terrible bus driver lied and told me that it wasn’t my bus after he scanned my ticket I waited a hour and 30 mins for the next bus to tell me that my bus had left I had to pay another $124 Amtrak ticket I will never travel greyhound or flix terrible experience

Demetrius M.

20 October 2025

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE

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 Richmond to Wilmington?
The cheapest coach tickets from Richmond to Wilmington start from £29. The average price for this route is around £40. 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 Richmond to Wilmington?
The average bus journey time from Richmond to Wilmington is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 183 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Wilmington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Wilmington at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Wilmington?
A bus journey from Richmond to Wilmington produces an estimated 7 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 Richmond to Wilmington?
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 5597 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Wilmington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Richmond to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to Wilmington?
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.

Best price found

26/11

£45

27/11

£39

Today

£38

29/11

£42

30/11

£44

01/12

£35

02/12

£29

03/12

£28

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £94 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-12-03.