How much does a bus ticket from Wilmington to Newark cost?

The bus ticket price from Wilmington to Newark starts at R 461. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Wilmington to Newark 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 Wilmington to Newark?

The average travel time between Wilmington and Newark is around 3h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 163 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Wilmington and Newark?

The number of buses from Wilmington to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Wilmington to Newark by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Wilmington to Newark?

When taking the bus from Wilmington to Newark, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, OurBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Wilmington to Newark?

Buses travelling between Wilmington and Newark leave from Wilmington Bus Station or Wilmington Station and arrive at Penn Station, Newark Liberty International Airport.

Bus Wilmington to Newark from R 370 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Newark on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:55	Newark (DE)	2h 30m	05:25	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	05:55	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	10:45	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	14:50	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	17:00	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	20:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Newark on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	05:55	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	14:50	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	02:55	Newark (DE)	2h 30m	05:25	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	17:00	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	20:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Newark on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	05:55	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	14:50	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	2h 35m	05:10	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	17:00	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	20:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Newark on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	2h 35m	05:10	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	05:55	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	10:45	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	14:50	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	17:00	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	20:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Newark on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	05:55	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	14:50	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	2h 35m	05:10	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	17:00	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	20:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Newark on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	05:55	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	14:50	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	2h 35m	05:10	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	17:00	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	20:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Newark on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	2h 35m	05:10	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	05:55	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	10:45	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	14:50	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	17:00	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	20:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 461, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3h 35mAverage duration

177 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 461 - R 1 798	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 229 - R 7 416	Average duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 382 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87382 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 461

Greyhound Wilmington Newark recent customer reviews

Very good!

Maressa S.

25 January 2020

The best bus to travel with

Mary K.

26 May 2019

Not bad

Titilayo S.

30 March 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511 366 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

OurBus

4/53 148 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

BBBus.com

3/5125 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.1

WiFi2.2

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Newark?

Stops in Wilmington

A - Wilmington Bus Station

B - Wilmington Station

C - Wilmington Bus Stop

Stops in Newark

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Wilmington to Newark cost?
The bus ticket price from Wilmington to Newark starts at R 461. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Wilmington to Newark 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 Wilmington to Newark?
The average travel time between Wilmington and Newark is around 3h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 163 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Wilmington and Newark?
The number of buses from Wilmington to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Wilmington to Newark by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Wilmington to Newark?
When taking the bus from Wilmington to Newark, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, OurBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Wilmington to Newark?
Buses travelling between Wilmington and Newark leave from Wilmington Bus Station or Wilmington Station and arrive at Penn Station, Newark Liberty International Airport.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

16/11

R 546

17/11

R 783

Today

R 616

19/11

R 599

20/11

R 528

21/11

R 599

22/11

R 669

23/11

R 669

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 528

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 Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 528 to R 1 161 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 528, which is on 2025-11-20.

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.