Bus from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Wilmington on 30 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Newark (DE)Cheapest
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Newark (DE)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
Wilmington Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
Newark (DE)No tags
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Delaware Rest Stop SNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 1 hour 28 minutes and with fares starting at just R 223, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36train per day
1h 28mAverage duration
157 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 337 - R 1 927Average duration2h 25m
4kg CO₂e
Average priceR 223 - R 6 960Average duration1h 28m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Wilmington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Wilmington start at R 337. The average price for this route is around R 533. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Washington to Wilmington?

    The average bus journey time from Washington to Wilmington is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 142 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Washington to Wilmington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Wilmington?

    The earliest bus departs from Washington to Wilmington at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Wilmington?

    A bus trip from Washington to Wilmington produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Washington 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 3177 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Wilmington?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington 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
27/12
R 513
28/12
R 548
Today
R 411
30/12
R 496
31/12
R 385
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of R 385

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

You can expect to pay from R 385 to R 1 044 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 385, which is on 2025-12-31.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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