Bus from Wilmington, DE to Hartford, CT: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Hartford on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Delaware Rest Stop S
Harford Union StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Wilmington Bus Station
Harford Union StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Wilmington Bus Station
Harford Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Newark (DE)
Harford Union StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Newark (DE)
Harford Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Hartford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Hartford. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
8h 10mAverage Duration
215 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$42 - $259Average Duration8h 10m
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$45 - $525Average Duration5h 5m
30kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Hartford, CT by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Hartford?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Hartford start from $42. The average price for this route is around $64. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to Hartford is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 215 miles (346 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Hartford route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Hartford?

    The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Hartford at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Hartford?

    A bus trip from Wilmington to Hartford generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Wilmington to Hartford?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Hartford?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Wilmington to Hartford?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Hartford?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
11/26
$122
11/27
$75
Today
$87
11/29
$100
11/30
$107
12/01
$100
12/02
$50
12/03
$37
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Hartford, CT was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $37

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 Hartford, CT, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $37 to $251 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Hartford, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Wilmington, DE to Hartford, CT?

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