How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Philadelphia start from ARS 17,032. The average price for this route is around ARS 20,215. 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 55m, covering a distance of 31 miles (49 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , OurBus , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Philadelphia at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia generates an estimated 1.213025 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 OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3189 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Wilmington to Philadelphia from ARS 7,138 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on April 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:40pm	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h	8:40pm	119 Spring Garden St (North side, under freeway)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on April 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	1h	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	7:40pm	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h	8:40pm	119 Spring Garden St (North side, under freeway)	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on April 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	1h	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	7:40pm	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h	8:40pm	119 Spring Garden St (North side, under freeway)	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on April 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	1h	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on April 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	1h	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on April 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Newark (DE)	55m	3:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on April 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Newark (DE)	55m	3:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on May 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Newark (DE)	1h	3:35am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	7:40pm	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h	8:40pm	119 Spring Garden St (North side, under freeway)	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:11 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 22 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 11,421, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36train per day

22mAverage Duration

25 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 17,032 - ARS 40,201	Average Duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 11,421 - ARS 465,678	Average Duration22m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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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

3.5/587,544 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

Greyhound Wilmington Philadelphia recent customer reviews

It was great service for a great price!!

Deja W.

July 5, 2017

OurBus

4.0/53,189 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.0

With about 1 daily trips between Wilmington and Philadelphia, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

FlixBus

3.5/512,526 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE 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 ARS 17,032. The average price for this route is around ARS 20,215. 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 55m, covering a distance of 31 miles (49 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, OurBus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Philadelphia at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia generates an estimated 1.213025 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 OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3189 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

04/22

ARS 11,407

04/23

ARS 11,407

Today

ARS 7,138

04/25

ARS 7,138

04/26

ARS 7,138

04/27

ARS 9,266

04/28

ARS 8,552

04/29

ARS 8,552

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Apr 24, 2026 with a price of ARS 7,138

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ARS 7,138 to ARS 17,831 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 7,138 which is on 2026-04-25.

Usually FlixBus 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.