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There are 3 intercity buses per day from Wilmington to Newark. Traveling by bus from Wilmington to Newark usually takes around 2 hours and 48 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 100 mi (160 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 25m |
| Cheapest price | CA$32.37 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Wilmington to Newark
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: I had a lot of fun and I also got to know a lot of people. Cons: Please please try to improve the time, it take me forever to get to Newark thank you.
5.0
Pros: Free WiFi, could nap, empty seats. Charging spots. Cons: The bus was clearly old but I don’t really care.
Bus tickets for a trip from Wilmington to Newark cost CA$39.95 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Bus tickets from Wilmington to Newark are expected to cost between CA$39 and CA$47 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Newark within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from CA$39. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the 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 27 days in advance. This way, you can save up to CA$18.18 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Wilmington to Newark. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 3 | 2h 49m | CA$46.36 |
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 3 bus trips from Wilmington to Newark every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 49 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Newark usually start from CA$32.
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 48 minutes to cover the 100 miles from Wilmington to Newark. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 25 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Wilmington to Newark for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Wilmington to Newark, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Wilmington to Newark every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Wilmington to Newark; ticket prices start at CA$13.78.
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. Buses from Wilmington also connect to cities like New York, Baltimore, and Philadelphia. Since the regional Wilmington Airport does not offer civilian flights, travelers can easily take a bus to the airport in Philadelphia for any air travel out of the area.
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As the most populous city in New Jersey, Newark offers some excellent museums, parks and restaurants that you can enjoy year-round. Art lovers should stop by the famous Newark Museum to enjoy a rich collection of works by American artists and sculptors. History buffs should check out the New Jersey Historical Society for ongoing exhibitions documenting the state’s rich history.
Located by the Passaic River, Newark offers various places where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll by the water. For the best views, head over to the city’s Riverfront Park near the hip Ironbound neighborhood. If you’re seeking more outdoor enjoyment, check out Branch Brook Park where you will find various lakes and plenty of cherry blossoms.
Newark is one of the biggest travel hubs in the United States, which makes it very easily accessible via all types of transportation. The Newark Liberty International Airport is one of the three airports that serves the New York City metro area, and its close proximity to Newark’s Penn Station makes it easy to reach from anywhere via bus or train.
Most buses depart from the main station in Wilmington.
Amtrak/SEPTA Station
All buses from Wilmington arrive at one main station in Newark.
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