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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Wilmington Bus Station | Midway Truck Plaza Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Wilmington Bus Station | Columbia Wabash Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Wilmington Bus Station | Midway Truck Plaza Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Delaware Rest Stop S | Midway Truck Plaza Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Newark (DE) | Midway Truck Plaza Bus Stop | No tags |
Get from Wilmington to Columbia
The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Columbia?
Stops in Wilmington
- AWilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
- B100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
- C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801
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Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Columbia, MO 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 Columbia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Columbia start from $124. The average price for this route is around $145. 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 Columbia?
The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to Columbia is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 890 miles (1435 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Columbia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Columbia?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Columbia at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Columbia?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Columbia generates an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Columbia, MO was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $121To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Wilmington, DE to Columbia, MO, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $121 to $212 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Columbia, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $121 which is on 2025-12-17.
