How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Wilmington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Wilmington start at R 473. The average price for this route is around R 582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Newark to Wilmington?

The average bus journey time from Newark to Wilmington is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 162 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Newark to Wilmington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , La Cubana Xpress , Coach USA .

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

The earliest bus departs from Newark to Wilmington at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

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

A bus trip from Newark to Wilmington produces an estimated 4 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 Newark to Wilmington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Coach USA , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 186 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Coach USA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Coach USA , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is La Cubana Xpress , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Newark to Wilmington from R 252 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Newark to Wilmington on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:10	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	14:35	Newark Penn Station	2h 10m	16:45	Newark (DE)	Fastest
Bus	09:10	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	11:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:20	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	10:00	Newark Penn Station	3h 35m	13:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Wilmington on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:10	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	14:35	Newark Penn Station	2h 10m	16:45	Newark (DE)	Fastest
Bus	09:10	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	11:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:20	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	10:00	Newark Penn Station	3h 35m	13:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Wilmington on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	11:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	14:35	Newark Penn Station	2h 10m	16:45	Newark (DE)	Fastest
Bus	10:00	Newark Penn Station	3h 35m	13:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:20	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	23:10	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Wilmington on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:10	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	14:35	Newark Penn Station	2h 10m	16:45	Newark (DE)	Fastest
Bus	09:10	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	11:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:20	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	10:00	Newark Penn Station	3h 35m	13:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Wilmington on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:10	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	14:35	Newark Penn Station	2h 10m	16:45	Newark (DE)	Fastest
Bus	09:10	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	11:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:20	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	10:00	Newark Penn Station	3h 35m	13:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Wilmington on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	11:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	14:35	Newark Penn Station	2h 10m	16:45	Newark (DE)	Fastest
Bus	10:00	Newark Penn Station	3h 35m	13:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:20	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	23:10	Newark Penn Station	2h 25m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:18 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark 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 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 473, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2h 25mAverage duration

162 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 473 - R 1 346	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 219 - R 6 603	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Wilmington?

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport

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

Greyhound

3.5/587 486 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87486 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 473

Greyhound Newark Wilmington recent customer reviews

The bus was 40 minutes late.

Pierre M T.

8 July 2017

No comments

Betty A.

29 June 2017

The bus always arrive later than 8:25pm at newark, nj

sybil J.

25 February 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511 949 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

La Cubana Xpress

3.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness5

WiFi0

Coach USA

4/5187 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Wilmington start at R 473. The average price for this route is around R 582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Newark to Wilmington?
The average bus journey time from Newark to Wilmington is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 162 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Wilmington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, La Cubana Xpress, Coach USA.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Wilmington at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Newark to Wilmington produces an estimated 4 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 Newark to Wilmington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Coach USA, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 186 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Wilmington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Coach USA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newark to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Coach USA, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is La Cubana Xpress, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

04/01

R 588

05/01

R 479

Today

R 487

07/01

R 445

08/01

R 395

09/01

R 437

10/01

R 445

11/01

R 445

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 395

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

You can expect to pay from R 395 to R 839 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 395, which is on 2026-01-08.

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.