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Philadelphia to Wilmington Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
There are usually 25 daily train trips available from Philadelphia to Wilmington.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PricePLN 46.14 | Avg. PricePLN 135.30 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips4 | Daily Trips25 |
Duration | Duration0h 50m | Duration0h 19m |
Bus from Philadelphia to Wilmington: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Philadelphia to Wilmington. Traveling by bus from Philadelphia to Wilmington usually takes around 50 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 45 minutes.
| Distance | 25 mi (40 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 45m |
| Cheapest price | PLN 36.11 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
Bus tickets for a trip from Philadelphia to Wilmington cost PLN 37.60 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.
Monthly avg. prices
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 20 days in advance. This way, you can save up to PLN 23.59 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Philadelphia to Wilmington. 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 | 4 | 0h 51m | PLN 54.02 |
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 4 bus trips from Philadelphia to Wilmington every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 51 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Wilmington usually start from PLN 36.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Philadelphia to Wilmington
The bus takes an average of 50 minutes to cover the 25 miles from Philadelphia to Wilmington. However, the fastest bus only takes 45 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Wilmington. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Philadelphia to Wilmington, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Philadelphia to Wilmington every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Philadelphia to Wilmington without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Philadelphia to Wilmington; ticket prices start at PLN 21.71.
City Information
Philadelphia
We may feel a little bit more than just brotherly love for Philadelphia, a city steeped in history and culture. Where else can you channel your inner Rocky Balboa on his epic run, and later enjoy an authentic Philly cheesesteak as a reward?
Philadelphia’s affordability (especially compared to other East Coast cities) is just one of many reasons it is among Wanderu’s best destinations for college students. Another reason is how much there is to do! Early American history takes precedence at Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, while museums abound on Benjamin Franklin Parkway, sometimes called the most artistic mile in the city. Head to Reading Terminal Market to fuel up for a night hitting the bars, clubs, and live music joints that line South Street.
Philadelphia is a major hub for both Greyhound and Amtrak, and its 30th Street Station is one of the busiest stations in the country. The plentitude of ground travel and the nearby Philadelphia International Airport make this exciting city very easily accessible, even on a budget.
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 Philadelphia?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: 199 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia's Greyhound Bus Terminal is a popular bus station served by several intercity bus companies, including Greyhound, Fullington Trailways, and Peter Pan Bus Lines. Conveniently located in downtown Philly, you can walk from the bus station to the nearby Pennsylvania Convention Center, Reading Terminal Market, and even Independence Hall (home of the Liberty Bell). The station is a comfortable place to begin your bus journey, with a snack bar, restrooms, and vending machines, as well as several nearby parking garages and quick bites. And if your destination is Philadelphia, the Greyhound Bus Terminal makes it easy to start your sightseeing or head to your hotel, thanks to the SEPTA subway stop half a block away.
All bus stations in Philadelphia:
199 Spring Garden St
Where does the bus arrive in Wilmington?
Main arrival station: Amtrak/SEPTA Station
All buses from Philadelphia arrive at one main station in Wilmington.
All bus stations in Wilmington:
Amtrak/SEPTA Station
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