Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on September 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:45pm	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	10:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on September 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45pm	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	10:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:40am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	1h 15m	7:15am	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on September 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45pm	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	10:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:40am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	4:25am	Philadelphia Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	1h 15m	7:15am	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Bus	7:40pm	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h	8:40pm	Philadelphia, PA	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	6:45am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:30pm	Christiana Mall Parking Lot	1h	7:30pm	Philadelphia, PA	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Wilmington Bus Station	55m	10:55am	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

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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 24 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 716, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37train per day

24mAverage Duration

25 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceRUB 1,178 - RUB 3,191	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceRUB 716 - RUB 11,593	Average Duration24m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/588,115 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

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

4.0/53,311 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

3.5/515,474 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA, US 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 RUB 1,178. The average price for this route is around RUB 1,268. 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 45m, covering a distance of 28 miles (45 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 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Philadelphia generates an estimated 1.10455 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 3311 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

08/31

RUB 448

09/01

RUB 850

Today

RUB 850

09/03

RUB 760

09/04

RUB 448

09/05

RUB 448

09/06

RUB 448

09/07

RUB 850

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA, US was searched and found on Aug 31, 2026 with a price of RUB 448

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, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from RUB 448 to RUB 2,863 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 448 which is on 2026-09-04.

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.