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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Newark (DE) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Wilmington Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Wilmington Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Newark (DE) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Wilmington Bus Station | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Chicago?
Stops in Wilmington
- AWilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
- B100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
- C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Wilmington, DE to Chicago
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 Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Wilmington to Chicago start from £67. The average price for this route is around £115. 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 Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Chicago is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 636 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 22h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Chicago route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Chicago at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Chicago?
A bus journey from Wilmington to Chicago produces an estimated 26 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 Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Chicago?
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 Wilmington to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Chicago was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £69To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Wilmington, DE to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £69 to £330 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £69, which is on 2025-12-04.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Wilmington, DE to Chicago?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
