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Dover to Wilmington Coach Timetable
Coach from Dover to Wilmington: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Dover to Wilmington. Traveling by coach from Dover to Wilmington usually takes around one hour, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 45 minutes.
| Distance | 40 mi (65 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 45m |
| Cheapest price | £7.48 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | BBBus |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Dover to Wilmington?
Bus tickets for a trip from Dover to Wilmington cost £7.96 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 19 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £2.73 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Dover to Wilmington?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Dover to Wilmington that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, BBBus usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
Book BBBus from Dover to Wilmington from £7. There are 2 BBBus schedules from Dover to Wilmington and you can expect on average to pay for a BBBus ticket to Wilmington. In Dover, BBBus departs to Wilmington from Delaware State University and 1 other station. In Wilmington, BBBus arrives at 3 W 4th St and 1 other station.
An average trip on BBBus from Dover to Wilmington takes 1 hours and 7 minutes , while the fastest available BBBus trip will get you to Wilmington in 0 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, BBBus offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Wilmington.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Dover to Wilmington every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 45 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Wilmington usually start from £10.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Dover to Wilmington
The coach takes an average of one hour to cover the 40 miles from Dover to Wilmington. However, the fastest coach only takes 45 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all coaches from Dover to Wilmington, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Dover
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Link to image attributionAs the capital of Delaware, Dover offers a plethora of landmarks and attractions to keep tourists engaged! Tourists interested in the city's heritage (and American history in general) should check out the Delaware Agricultural Museum & Village, which showcases artifacts and items of great cultural significance to the state's agricultural history. You could also visit the John Dickinson Plantation to learn more about one of the original founding fathers of the U.S. For some outdoor activities, check out the local Amish community, where you can meet locals and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Dover features an eclectic food scene with plenty of different choices for different tastes. Vincenzo's Pizzeria & Gelato is a popular spot with delicious Italian dishes and fantastic house wines to pair with them. If you are interested in beers, Fordham & Dominion Brewing Company will be a great choice!
Dover is a stop along several bus and train routes, with service offered by Amtrak, Greyhound, SprinterBus, and OurBus. Air travelers usually fly into the airport in nearby Wilmington or make plans to take a bus from the airport in either Philadelphia or Baltimore to Dover.
Wilmington
Wilmington is a major city in Delaware, established at the site of the first Swedish settlement in North America. The charming city, at the confluence of the Brandywine River and Christina River, offers easy connections to the lush countryside of Brandywine Valley. Thanks to the venerable du Pont family, who established the DuPont Company in Wilmington in 1802, the city is filled with grand estates and magnificent gardens for visitors to enjoy. The Hagley Museum & Library is the ultimate example. The expansive complex includes the first home of the du Pont family, powder yards from the company's initial gunpowder mill, and a Renaissance-style garden complete with terraces.
To dive deeper into the city's history, check out the Fort Christina State Park, the site of Wilmington's original Swedish settlement over 400 years ago. Other popular attractions include the Delaware Art Museum and Brandywine Zoo.
Wilmington is easy to access from most of the mid-Atlantic region and is located between Philadelphia and Washington. In 2011, the city's Amtrak train station was renamed the Joseph R. Biden, Jr., Railroad Station in honor of rail enthusiast Joe Biden, who often commuted via Amtrak from Wilmington to Washington during his time as a Senator. Coaches from Wilmington also connect to cities like New York, Baltimore, and Philadelphia. Since the regional Wilmington Airport does not offer civilian flights, travellers can easily take a coach to the airport in Philadelphia for any air travel out of the area.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Dover?
Main departure station: 7-Eleven Parking Lot - 654 N Dupont Hwy
Greyhound coaches to Dover stop at the 7-Eleven off Dupont Highway and near Silver Lake. Since this is a curbside stop, there is no separate station building. However, you can wait for your coach inside the 7-Eleven, and pick up a few snacks for the ride, too. If you arrive in Dover via coaches, this drop-off location is just steps away from a handful of hotels and restaurants along both sides of Dupont Highway.
All coach stations in Dover:
7-Eleven Parking Lot - 654 N Dupont Hwy
Delaware State University
293 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901
Where does the coach arrive in Wilmington?
Main arrival station: 3 W 4th St
Coaches arrive in Wilmington at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Wilmington:
3 W 4th St
Amtrak/SEPTA Station
3 W 4th St
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