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Delaware Art Museum
Top regional museum with outstanding American art, British Pre-Raphaelite works, and a serene riverside setting in downtown Wilmington.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New Carrollton, MD to Wilmington, DE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New Carrollton, MD to Wilmington, DE will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 1 buses from New Carrollton, MD to Wilmington, DE, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from New Carrollton, MD to Wilmington, DE run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €6 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from New Carrollton, MD to Wilmington, DE.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €31 |
The table below shows live departures for New Carrollton, MD to Wilmington, DE buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 7:00 PM New Carrollton, MD | 2h45 | 9:45 PM Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Top regional museum with outstanding American art, British Pre-Raphaelite works, and a serene riverside setting in downtown Wilmington.
Major decorative arts museum in a grand du Pont estate. Period rooms, gardens, and research collections make it one of Delaware’s essential visits.
Industrial history museum on the Brandywine at the original du Pont gunpowder works. It blends river scenery, engineering, and family history.
Revitalized riverfront district with paths, public art, mini golf, and event spaces. It is one of Wilmington’s most popular areas for walking and views.
Large urban park with lawns, trails, gardens, and creek views. It is a favorite local green space beside major museums and historic sites.
Major downtown square framed by historic buildings, offices, and monuments. It is the city’s classic civic center and an easy orientation point.
Scrapple is a Mid-Atlantic breakfast loaf of pork scraps and cornmeal, sliced and fried crisp. It is a Delaware staple found in many local diners.
Blue crab cakes are common along the Delaware coast and nearby bay waters, prized for sweet lump crab with minimal filler and regional seafood tradition.
Boardwalk fries are hand-cut fries served hot with salt and vinegar. They are a beloved Delaware beach snack strongly associated with nearby coastal outings.
Refined Italian restaurant known for house-made pasta, seasonal ingredients, and polished service in an elegant downtown setting.
Historic fine-dining destination serving contemporary American cuisine with strong wine service in a grand, stately atmosphere.
Classic Delaware diner famous for scrapple, hearty breakfasts, and old-school local comfort food in a casual setting.
Moderate for U.S. city trips; hotels and dining are mid-priced, while transit and parking are manageable versus larger East Coast destinations.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Small cafe tips are appreciated but optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Carrollton, MD to Wilmington, DE by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wilmington, DE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New Carrollton, MD to Wilmington, DE buses use the New Carrollton, Garden City Dr (Train Station) to Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French station pair. Use this guide to compare New Carrollton, MD and Wilmington, DE bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
New Carrollton, Garden City Dr (Train Station) is 2 km from New Carrollton city centre. Public transport options include:
New Carrollton, Garden City Dr (Train Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at New Carrollton, Garden City Dr (Train Station). ATMs are available at New Carrollton, Garden City Dr (Train Station).
Ticket office support is available at New Carrollton, Garden City Dr (Train Station).
Available at New Carrollton, Garden City Dr (Train Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Carrollton, Garden City Dr (Train Station): Wheelchair accessible.
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