How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Wilmington start at R 208. The average price for this route is around R 251. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Wilmington?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Wilmington is 50m, covering a distance of 62 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Wilmington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , OurBus , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Wilmington at 00:50. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Wilmington produces an estimated 2 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 Philadelphia to Wilmington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3175 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Wilmington from R 86 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Wilmington on 24 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	21:20	Wilmington Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	55m	13:40	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Wilmington on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	10:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:50	199 Spring Garden St.	45m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	55m	13:40	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	55m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	21:20	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Wilmington on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:50	199 Spring Garden St.	45m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	10:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	55m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	55m	13:40	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	21:20	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Wilmington on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:50	199 Spring Garden St.	45m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	10:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	55m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	55m	13:40	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	21:20	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Wilmington on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	10:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:50	199 Spring Garden St.	45m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	55m	13:40	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	55m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	21:20	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Wilmington on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	21:20	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:50	199 Spring Garden St.	45m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	10:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	55m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	55m	13:40	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Wilmington on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:50	199 Spring Garden St.	45m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	10:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	55m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	55m	13:40	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	21:20	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Wilmington on 31 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	10:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:50	199 Spring Garden St.	45m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	55m	13:40	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	55m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	50m	21:20	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:35 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Wilmington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36train per day

20mAverage duration

40 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 208 - R 635	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 137 - R 3 310	Average duration20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Wilmington?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
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
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
Visit page
B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
Visit page
C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 448 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

OurBus

4/53 177 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

FlixBus

3.5/511 716 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Wilmington start at R 208. The average price for this route is around R 251. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Wilmington is 50m, covering a distance of 62 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Wilmington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, OurBus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Wilmington at 00:50. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Wilmington produces an estimated 2 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 Philadelphia to Wilmington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3175 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

22/12

R 214

23/12

R 325

Today

R 222

25/12

R 197

26/12

R 368

27/12

R 188

28/12

R 171

29/12

R 180

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 28 Dec 2025 with a price of R 171

To 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, DE as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 171 to R 513 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 171, which is on 2025-12-28.

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.