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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Staples Mill Road | Amtrak/SEPTA Station | Cheapest | ||||
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| Main Street Station | Amtrak/SEPTA Station | Fastest | ||||
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| Staples Mill Road | Amtrak/SEPTA Station | No tags | ||||
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| Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Wilmington Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. |
| Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Wilmington Bus Station | No tags | ||||
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| Richmond (17th St and Ambler) | Delaware Rest Stop S | No tags | ||||
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| Staples Mill Road | Amtrak/SEPTA Station | No tags | ||||
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| Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Wilmington Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 2:14 PM EDT.
Compare 2 ways to travel 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 57 minutes and with fares starting at just R 547, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Richmond and Wilmington
Stops in Richmond
- A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA - B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA - C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA - 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 - B
Amtrak/SEPTA Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA - C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 664. The average price for this route is around R 884. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Wilmington?
The average bus journey time from Richmond to Wilmington is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 289 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Wilmington route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Wilmington at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Richmond to Wilmington produces an estimated 7.223224999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 6551 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 offers the most punctual service from Richmond to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 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.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 13 Oct 2026 with a price of R 542To 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 R 542 to R 3 946 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 R 542, which is on 2026-10-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
