Bus Tickets from Chicago to Wilmington (DE)

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Wilmington

Average PriceUS$78 - US$272Average Duration22h
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$134 - US$385Average Duration22h 10m
95kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 22 hours, and with fares starting at just US$78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
22hAverage Duration
US$78Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Wilmington: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$156
Average Bus Trip Duration22h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure5:45am
Distance1044 km
Latest bus departure11:15pm

Chicago to Wilmington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Wilmington (DE)

  1. How long is the trip from Chicago to Wilmington by bus?

    The trip from Chicago to Wilmington will take on average 22h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Wilmington in about 20h.

  2. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Wilmington?

    The distance between Chicago and Wilmington is around 1046 km (649 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Wilmington?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Wilmington Bus Station, in Wilmington.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Chicago to Wilmington?

    The least expensive option to go from Chicago to Wilmington would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$78, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Chicago to Wilmington?

    Taking the bus from Chicago to Wilmington costs on average US$156.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Chicago to Wilmington?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Chicago until 11:15pm and reaching Wilmington on the following day.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Wilmington!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Wilmington.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Wilmington.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Wilmington?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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