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.

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 .

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 .

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bus Wilmington to Hartford from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Hartford on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:00pm	Wilmington Bus Station	6h	11:00pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	6h	4:45pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:25pm	Wilmington Bus Station	11h 30m	8:55am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Bus	7:20am	Newark (DE)	6h 25m	1:45pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20am	Delaware Rest Stop S	10h 15m	9:35pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Hartford on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20am	Delaware Rest Stop S	10h 15m	9:35pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	6h	4:45pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 10m	11:40am	Harford Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	9h 5m	11:40am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Bus	7:20am	Newark (DE)	6h 25m	1:45pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Hartford on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:20am	Newark (DE)	6h 25m	1:45pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	6h	4:45pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 10m	11:40am	Harford Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	9h 5m	11:40am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	7h 35m	1:35pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:59 PM EST.

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	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $259	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$45 - $525	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Hartford?

Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801

Stops in Hartford

A
Harford Union Station
1 Union PL, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
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B
Connecticut Convention Center
100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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

The 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.