Bus Tickets from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE

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FriAug 1
from US$26
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MonAug 4
from US$24
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WedAug 6
from US$23
ThuAug 7
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FriAug 8

Cheap buses leaving Saturday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Delaware Rest Stop S
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Newark (DE)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Newark (DE)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Wilmington

Bus
Average PriceUS$23 - US$51Average Duration2h 45m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$13 - US$407Average Duration1h 29m
14kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Washington to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 1 hour 29 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30train per day
1h 29mAverage Duration
US$13Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$26
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 45m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure12:35am
Distance143 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Washington to Wilmington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Wilmington, DE

  1. What is the distance between Washington and Wilmington?

    The distance between Washington and Wilmington is approximately 158 km (98 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Washington to Wilmington?

    Buses departing from Union Station in Washington will take you to Wilmington Bus Station in Wilmington.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-28
US$22
07-29
US$18
Today
US$18
07-31
US$17
08-01
US$18
08-02
US$18
08-03
US$18
08-04
US$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Aug 4, 2025 with a price of US$17

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

You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$26 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17 which is on 2025-08-04.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc., OurBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Washington to Wilmington.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Washington to Wilmington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Washington to Wilmington.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Washington to Wilmington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Washington, DC, US by bus?

Bus from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE

You can also go to Wilmington, DE by train

Train from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE

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