Find coaches from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA

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Next departures from Wilmington to Philadelphia on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
199 Spring Garden St.Cheapest
Amtrak
Wilmington Bus Station
30th Street StationFastest
Amtrak
Wilmington Bus Station
30th Street StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
199 Spring Garden St.No tags

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Get from Wilmington to Philadelphia

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The journey takes about 17 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
17h 20mAverage duration
680 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$79
Average bus trip duration17h 20m
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure07:40
Distance679 km
Latest bus departure16:10

Wilmington to Philadelphia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Wilmington, NC - Philadelphia, PA

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Wilmington to Philadelphia cost?

    The bus ticket price from Wilmington to Philadelphia starts at US$52. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Wilmington to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    The average travel time between Wilmington and Philadelphia is around 17h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 681 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Wilmington and Philadelphia?

    The number of buses from Wilmington to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    When taking the bus from Wilmington to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak.

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

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US$64
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US$81
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US$65
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US$57
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$57

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

You can expect to pay from US$57 to US$373 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$57, which is on 2025-11-03.

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

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