How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Chicago start at R 1 601. The average price for this route is around R 3 028. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Chicago is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1026 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Chicago at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Chicago produces an estimated 26 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 Wilmington to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

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 Wilmington to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Wilmington to Chicago from R 1 478 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Chicago on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	23h 40m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	1d 2h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:30	Newark (DE)	1d 4h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:50	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 5h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	1d 11h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Chicago on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:50	Newark (DE)	1d 4h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:00	Newark (DE)	21h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	1d 3h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	1d 2h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45	Wilmington Bus Station	1d 2h	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Chicago on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:50	Newark (DE)	1d 6h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:00	Newark (DE)	21h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	1d 3h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	1d 2h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45	Wilmington Bus Station	1d 2h	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:14 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 21 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 889, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

21h 13mAverage duration

1045 kmDistance

95kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 601 - R 7 979	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 889 - R 25 872	Average duration21h 13m	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Chicago?

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

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 439 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 639 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Chicago 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 Wilmington to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Chicago start at R 1 601. The average price for this route is around R 3 028. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Chicago is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1026 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Chicago at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Chicago?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Chicago produces an estimated 26 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 Wilmington to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Chicago?
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 Wilmington to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

16/12

R 2 389

17/12

R 2 570

Today

R 2 381

19/12

R 2 871

20/12

No data

21/12

R 2 983

22/12

R 2 063

23/12

R 2 114

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Chicago was searched and found on 22 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 063

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 063 to R 4 667 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 063, which is on 2025-12-22.