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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Wilmington to Petersburg. Traveling by bus from Wilmington to Petersburg usually takes around 9 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance201 mi (323 km)
Shortest duration6h 55m
Cheapest price$58.55
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Wilmington to Petersburg?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Wilmington to Petersburg. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound39h 8m$71.63
  • 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 Petersburg every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 8 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Petersburg usually start from $59.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 201 miles from Wilmington to Petersburg. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 55 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.

Travel trends tend to vary greatly for bus trips from Wilmington to Petersburg.

The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Wilmington to Petersburg, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Wilmington to Petersburg every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Wilmington, DE to Petersburg, VA; ticket prices start at $93.00.

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.

Petersburg

Petersburg has a population of 30,791 people and is a suburb of Richmond. There are numerous parks in Petersburg, perfect for the families who live there and visitors looking for some time outdoors.

Petersburg National Battle Park is one of the must-see destinations, with guided tours through the park complete with stories and facts about the area's history. The tour guide will drive you through the park, making stops to tell the tales of what happened at that specific stop. You can also walk through the park yourself or swing by the museum for more info.

Most locals take buses from Charlotte to Petersburg, but bus lines are also available from San Marcos, Dallas, and Los Angeles. Amtrak also has several lines to the city, including the Silver Service, Northeast Regional, Carolinian, and Palmetto, which come to Petersburg from cities such as Richmond, Washington D.C., Lincoln, and Philadelphia.

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 Petersburg?

Main arrival station: 100 W Washington St

All buses from Wilmington arrive at one main station in Petersburg.

All bus stations in Petersburg:

  • 100 W Washington St

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