How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Newark?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Newark start from $34. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Wilmington to Newark?

The average bus travel time from Wilmington to Newark is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 162 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , OurBus , BBBus.com .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Wilmington to Newark?

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Newark at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Newark generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Wilmington to Newark?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3177 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OurBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Wilmington to Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Wilmington to Newark from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on January 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	2h 35m	5:10am	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	2:50pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	8:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on January 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	2h 35m	5:10am	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	2:50pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	8:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	2:50pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Newark (DE)	2h 30m	5:25am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	8:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	2:50pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Newark (DE)	2h 30m	5:25am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	8:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	2:50pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	2h 35m	5:10am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	8:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	2:50pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	2h 35m	5:10am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	8:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	5:55am	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	4h 5m	2:50pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	2h 35m	5:10am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Wilmington Bus Station	3h 35m	8:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:16 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3h 35mAverage Duration

162 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $137	Average Duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $594	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Newark?

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

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,478 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87478 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $34

Greyhound Wilmington Newark recent customer reviews

Very good!

Maressa S.

January 25, 2020

The best bus to travel with

Mary K.

May 26, 2019

Not bad

Titilayo S.

March 30, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,911 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

OurBus

4/53,182 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

BBBus.com

3/5137 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.1

Wifi2.3

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ 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 Wilmington to Newark?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Newark start from $34. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Wilmington to Newark?
The average bus travel time from Wilmington to Newark is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 162 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, OurBus, BBBus.com.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Wilmington to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Newark at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Newark?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Newark generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Wilmington to Newark?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3177 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Newark?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OurBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Wilmington to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

01-02

$71

01-03

$46

Today

$68

01-05

$48

01-06

$37

01-07

$31

01-08

$33

01-09

$39

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $94 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-01-07.

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.