How much is the bus ticket from New Haven to Wilmington?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Haven to Wilmington start from $35. The average price for this route is around $71. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from New Haven to Wilmington?

The average bus trip duration from New Haven to Wilmington is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 175 miles (282 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 14m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the New Haven to Wilmington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Haven to Wilmington at 8:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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

A bus trip from New Haven to Wilmington generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from New Haven to Wilmington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New Haven to Wilmington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 New Haven to Wilmington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Haven to Wilmington from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Haven to Wilmington on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:15pm	New Haven Bus Station	6h 20m	1:35am	Wilmington Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30pm	New Haven	10h 5m	1:35am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	New Haven	7h 15m	4:45pm	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	9h 45m	9:20pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:55pm	New Haven	12h	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Wilmington on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:55pm	New Haven	12h	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15pm	New Haven Bus Station	6h 20m	1:35am	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30pm	New Haven	10h 5m	1:35am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	New Haven	7h 15m	4:45pm	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	9h 45m	9:20pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New Haven to Wilmington on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	New Haven	10h 40m	9:50am	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15pm	New Haven Bus Station	6h 20m	1:35am	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30pm	New Haven	10h 5m	1:35am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	New Haven	7h 15m	4:45pm	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	9h 45m	9:20pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:29 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Haven to Wilmington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

8h 50mAverage Duration

175 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $176	Average Duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$35 - $543	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Haven and Wilmington?

Stops in New Haven

A
Union Station Garage
38 Union Ave, New Haven, CT 06519, USA
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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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,464 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Haven, CT to Wilmington, DE by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from New Haven to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Haven to Wilmington start from $35. The average price for this route is around $71. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from New Haven to Wilmington?
The average bus trip duration from New Haven to Wilmington is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 175 miles (282 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the New Haven to Wilmington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Haven to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from New Haven to Wilmington at 8:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Haven to Wilmington?
A bus trip from New Haven to Wilmington generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from New Haven to Wilmington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Haven to Wilmington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Haven to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 New Haven to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

11/25

$81

11/26

$135

Today

$75

11/28

$66

11/29

$90

11/30

$119

12/01

$91

12/02

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The cheapest trip from New Haven, CT to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $66

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

You can expect to pay from $66 to $166 for a bus ticket from New Haven, CT to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually FlixBus, 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.