How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Wilmington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Wilmington start from $38. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Richmond to Wilmington?

The average bus trip duration from Richmond to Wilmington is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 183 miles (295 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Wilmington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Wilmington at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond to Wilmington from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richmond to Wilmington on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 20m	2:30am	Newark (DE)	Cheapest
	Bus	9:20am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 10m	1:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h	1:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	No tags
	Bus	9:30pm	Henrico	5h	2:30am	Newark (DE)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:20am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	6h 25m	4:45pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Wilmington on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 20m	2:30am	Newark (DE)	Cheapest
	Bus	9:20am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 10m	1:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:10am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 45m	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:10am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 5m	7:15am	Newark (DE)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h	1:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Wilmington on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:50pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 40m	6:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h	2:50am	Newark (DE)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:10am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 45m	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h 15m	2:45am	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	9:30pm	Henrico	5h 20m	2:50am	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Wilmington on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:50pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 40m	6:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h	2:50am	Newark (DE)	Fastest
	Bus	12:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 50m	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h 15m	2:45am	Newark (DE)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h	1:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Wilmington on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:50pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 40m	6:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	Cheapest
	Bus	10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 20m	2:30am	Newark (DE)	Fastest
	Bus	12:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 50m	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 15m	12:20pm	Newark (DE)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:45am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	8h 20m	5:05pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Wilmington on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:50pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 40m	6:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	Cheapest
	Bus	9:20am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	4h 10m	1:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:10am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	4h 45m	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:45am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	8h	4:45pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:10am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 5m	7:15am	Newark (DE)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:16 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond 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 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

5h 5mAverage Duration

183 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $107	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$39 - $760	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Wilmington?

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

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

FlixBus

3.5/511,476 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.

FlixBus Richmond Wilmington recent customer reviews

Terrible bus driver lied and told me that it wasn’t my bus after he scanned my ticket I waited a hour and 30 mins for the next bus to tell me that my bus had left I had to pay another $124 Amtrak ticket I will never travel greyhound or flix terrible experience

Demetrius M.

October 20, 2025

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 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 Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Wilmington start from $38. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Richmond to Wilmington?
The average bus trip duration from Richmond to Wilmington is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 183 miles (295 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Wilmington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Wilmington at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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

11/28

$49

11/29

$54

Today

$57

12/01

$45

12/02

$37

12/03

$35

12/04

$34

12/05

$35

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $121 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-04.

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.