How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Philadelphia start at R 222. The average price for this route is around R 256. 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 Philadelphia?

The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Philadelphia is 55m, covering a distance of 54 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , OurBus , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Philadelphia at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia produces an estimated 1 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 Philadelphia?

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.

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

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 Wilmington to Philadelphia?

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 Wilmington to Philadelphia?

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 Wilmington to Philadelphia from R 85 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:55	Newark (DE)	55m	03:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h 25m	21:25	Philadelphia Mills - RED Lot	Cheapest
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	1h	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	20:00	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h	21:00	119 Spring Garden St (North side, under freeway)	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h 25m	21:25	Philadelphia Mills - RED Lot	Cheapest
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	1h	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	20:00	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h	21:00	119 Spring Garden St (North side, under freeway)	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h 25m	21:25	Philadelphia Mills - RED Lot	Cheapest
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	1h	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	20:00	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h	21:00	119 Spring Garden St (North side, under freeway)	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	1h	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	20:00	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h 25m	21:25	Philadelphia Mills - RED Lot	No tags
Bus	10:00	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:35	Newark (DE)	1h	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	04:15	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:00	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	02:55	Newark (DE)	55m	03:50	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:48 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 21 minutes and with fares starting at just R 135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36train per day

21mAverage duration

40 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 222 - R 408	Average duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 135 - R 5 464	Average duration21m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Philadelphia?

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
Visit page
C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 489 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

OurBus

4/53 182 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

FlixBus

3.5/511 955 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 Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Philadelphia start at R 222. The average price for this route is around R 256. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Philadelphia is 55m, covering a distance of 54 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, OurBus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Philadelphia at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia produces an estimated 1 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 Philadelphia?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
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 Wilmington to Philadelphia?
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 Wilmington to Philadelphia?
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

05/01

R 85

06/01

R 186

Today

R 169

08/01

R 186

09/01

R 85

10/01

R 85

11/01

R 85

12/01

R 85

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 05 Jan 2026 with a price of R 85

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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 85 to R 295 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 85, which is on 2026-01-09.

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.