What's the distance between Wilmington and Philadelphia by coach?

The journey from Wilmington to Philadelphia by coach covers an approximate distance of 26 miles (42 km).

How can I get from Wilmington to Philadelphia without driving?

The best way to go from Wilmington to Philadelphia without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Wilmington to Philadelphia from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Bus	10:00	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	1h	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	1h	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	1h	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Bus	10:00	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	1h	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	1h	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	1h	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 21 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, 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£11 - £25	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£7 - £255	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

3.5/587,387 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,389 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

OurBus

4/53,148 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA

What's the distance between Wilmington and Philadelphia by coach?
The journey from Wilmington to Philadelphia by coach covers an approximate distance of 26 miles (42 km).
How can I get from Wilmington to Philadelphia without driving?
The best way to go from Wilmington to Philadelphia without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

19/11

£8

20/11

£8

Today

£10

22/11

£9

23/11

£10

24/11

£7

25/11

£7

26/11

£8

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £7

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 £7 to £23 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 £7, which is on 2025-11-24.

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.