How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Philadelphia start from $62. The average price for this route is around $91. 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 Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to Philadelphia is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 420 miles (678 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 36m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Philadelphia at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 4:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

A bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia generates an estimated 17 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 Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Wilmington to Philadelphia from $55 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:40am	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	20h 5m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	2:50pm	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	13h 25m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	4:10pm	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	14h 35m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:40am	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	16h 40m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:10pm	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	16h 35m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:12 AM EST.

Get from Wilmington to Philadelphia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

17h 5mAverage Duration

420 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Philadelphia?

Stops in Wilmington

A
Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop
505 Cando St, Wilmington, NC 28405

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 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.

Amtrak

4/55,617 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Philadelphia start from $62. The average price for this route is around $91. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to Philadelphia is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 420 miles (678 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 36m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Philadelphia at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 4:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia generates an estimated 17 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 Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

11/28

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11/29

$159

Today

$244

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12/02

$106

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $106

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 $106 to $284 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 $106 which is on 2025-12-02.