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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 | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Cherry Hill Mall | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags |
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Get from Philadelphia to Wilmington
The journey takes about 17 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 276, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Wilmington?
Stops in Philadelphia
- A
Philadelphia Airport
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- 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
Stops in Wilmington
- A
Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop
505 Cando St, Wilmington, NC 28405
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Wilmington cost?
The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Wilmington starts at R 1 276. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Wilmington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
The average travel time between Philadelphia and Wilmington is around 17h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 681 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and Wilmington?
The number of buses from Philadelphia to Wilmington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Wilmington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
When taking the bus from Philadelphia to Wilmington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Wilmington leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 998To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 998 to R 4 836 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 998, which is on 2025-11-27.
