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  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Christiana Mall
    Operated by
    FlixBus + OurBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $17
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Christiana Mall
    Operated by
    FlixBus + OurBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $17
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Christiana Mall
    Operated by
    FlixBus + OurBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $18
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Christiana Mall
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + OurBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $49
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Christiana Mall
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + OurBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $49
Bus Newark to Wilmington: Trip Overview

Bus Newark to Wilmington: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$49
Average bus trip duration3h 15m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure12:25 AM
Latest bus departure8:55 PM

Newark to Wilmington Buses

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Newark to Wilmington is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Newark to Wilmington from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Wilmington from Newark, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Newark - Wilmington

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and eco-friendly way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

The average travel time from Newark to Wilmington is about 3h 15m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 2h 5m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 101 miles (163 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 101 miles (163 km).

The majority of buses traveling from Newark to Wilmington start their journey at Penn Station and wind up at Wilmington Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

The average bus ticket price from Newark to Wilmington is $49. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $39 and $71, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Yes, you can do a day trip from Newark to Wilmington. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Newark and Wilmington is about 4h 10m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Wilmington before returning to Newark in the evening.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Newark to Wilmington, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Newark to Wilmington.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Newark 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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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 Newark to Wilmington?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time3h 15mAvg Price$49Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time1h 31mAvg Price$93Daily Departures44

The best way to travel between Newark and Wilmington is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $49 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $39. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Wilmington, choose the bus, as it will take you from Newark to Wilmington in about 1h 31m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Newark by bus?

Bus from Wilmington to Newark

You can also go to Wilmington by train

Train from Newark to Wilmington

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