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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. | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | Wilmington Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Downtown Gray & Smith | Newark (DE) | Fastest | |||||
 | Amtrak Station | Wilmington Station | No tags | |||||
 | Houston Bus Station | Wilmington Bus Station | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Houston Bus Station | Wilmington Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 9:43 AM CST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to Wilmington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Wilmington?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Wilmington, DE by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Wilmington start at R 3 172. The average price for this route is around R 5 282. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Wilmington?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Wilmington is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 2088 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 15h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Wilmington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Wilmington at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Houston to Wilmington produces an estimated 52 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Houston 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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Wilmington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Houston 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 Houston 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.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 194To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Wilmington, DE as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 194 to R 23 132 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 339, which is on 2025-12-26.
What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Wilmington, DE?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
