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Bus from Wilmington to New Castle: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Wilmington to New Castle. Traveling by bus from Wilmington to New Castle usually takes around 11 hours and 50 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 268 mi (431 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $66.97 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Wilmington to New Castle?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Wilmington to New Castle. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 11h 50m | $66.97 |
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 1 bus trips from Wilmington to New Castle every day, with the average journey taking around 11 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New Castle usually start from $67.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Wilmington to New Castle
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 268 miles from Wilmington to New Castle. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Wilmington to New Castle. It leaves the station in Wilmington at 9:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
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. 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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Wilmington?
Main departure station: Amtrak/SEPTA Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Wilmington.
All bus stations in Wilmington:
Amtrak/SEPTA Station
Where does the bus arrive in New Castle?
Main arrival station: Rte 422 Park N Ride
All buses from Wilmington arrive at one main station in New Castle.
All bus stations in New Castle:
Rte 422 Park N Ride
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