Bus Tickets from Richmond (VA), US to Wilmington (DE)

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TodayMay 29
from US$55
TomorrowMay 30
from US$63
SatMay 31
from US$54
SunJun 1
from US$61
MonJun 2
from US$51
TueJun 3
from US$46
WedJun 4
from US$45
ThuJun 5

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (17th St and Ambler)
    Arrival time: May 30 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: May 30 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: May 30 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Henrico
    Arrival time: May 30 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Wilmington

Bus
Average PriceUS$30 - US$80Average Duration6h 35m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$38 - US$170Average Duration4h 36m
27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Richmond to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 4 hours 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day
4h 36mAverage Duration
US$38Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond to Wilmington: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$48
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 35m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance294 km
Latest bus departure11:00am

Richmond to Wilmington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond (VA), US - Wilmington (DE)

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

    The bus ride from Richmond to Wilmington takes 6h 35m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Wilmington in 4h 55m

  2. How far is Richmond from Wilmington?

    The distance between Richmond and Wilmington is around 294 km (182 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Main Street Station, in Richmond, and end it at Wilmington Bus Station, in Wilmington.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Richmond to Wilmington?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Richmond to Wilmington. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$30, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Richmond to Wilmington?

    The bus fare from Richmond to Wilmington is approximately US$48.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from Richmond to Wilmington?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Richmond until 11:00am and reaching Wilmington on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05-27
US$47
05-28
US$43
Today
US$47
05-30
US$55
05-31
US$47
06-01
US$53
06-02
US$43
06-03
US$38
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond to Wilmington was searched and found on Jun 3, 2025 with a price of US$38

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

You can expect to pay from US$38 to US$81 for a bus ticket from Richmond to Wilmington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$38 which is on 2025-06-03.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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