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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Dover to West Palm Beach. Traveling by bus from Dover to West Palm Beach usually takes around 38 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 37 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 899 mi (1446 km) |
| Shortest duration | 37h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $272.78 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Dover to West Palm Beach?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Dover to West Palm Beach. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 1d 14h 53m | $279.12 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 2 bus trips from Dover to West Palm Beach every day, with the average journey taking around 38 hours and 53 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to West Palm Beach usually start from $273.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 38 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 899 miles from Dover to West Palm Beach. However, the fastest bus only takes 37 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 5:00pm and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Dover to West Palm Beach, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Dover to West Palm Beach. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Dover, DE to West Palm Beach, FL; ticket prices start at $166.00.
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.
West Palm Beach
Unlike its sister Palm Beach, which has long been associated with the ultra-lux lifestyle, West Palm Beach offers a treasure trove of away-from-the-shore entertainments and cultural activities. West Palm Beach houses some of the most vibrant art communities in the state, so art lovers should not miss the chance to visit the local Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, or the Norton Museum of Art. The city’s vicinity to nature allows travelers to get up close and personal with wildlife at venues such as McCarthy’s Wildlife Sanctuary, the Lion Country Safari, or Okeeheelee Park.
For food aficionados, West Palm Beach is an affordable destination that can stand toe-to-toe against Palm Beach’s restaurant scene. The principal dishes in the area revolve mostly around seafood, especially groupers and shrimps. Restaurants worth trying out include Tin Fish or Bimini Twist.
West Palm Beach station, a historic destination in the city, is served by Amtrak as well as various bus carriers. There are daily long-distance trains and buses running through this station, offering access to cities as far as New York. The main airport in the city is the Palm Beach International Airport, which is located just west of the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Dover?
Main departure station: 7-Eleven Parking Lot - 654 N Dupont Hwy
Greyhound buses 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 bus inside the 7-Eleven, and pick up a few snacks for the ride, too. If you arrive in Dover via buses, this drop-off location is just steps away from a handful of hotels and restaurants along both sides of Dupont Highway.
All bus stations in Dover:
7-Eleven Parking Lot - 654 N Dupont Hwy
Where does the bus arrive in West Palm Beach?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: 205 S Tamarind Ave
The Amtrak Station in West Palm Beach is the main train station in the city, with service on the Tri-Rail commuter rail and Amtrak Silver Service. Opened in 1921, the station boasts a unique Spanish Revival design and a sweet pastel pink facade. Thanks to recent improvements, the station was beautified with additional trees, new sidewalks, and an added pizzeria for passengers to grab a quick bite. As the hub for travel in and out of West Palm Beach, this station is also a bus stop for FlixBus and Greyhound buses.
All bus stations in West Palm Beach:
205 S Tamarind Ave
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