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Delaware Art Museum
Major art museum known for American art, British Pre-Raphaelite works, and a notable sculpture garden. A top cultural stop in Wilmington.
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY 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 York, NY to Wilmington, DE will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 5 buses that leave New York, NY for Wilmington, DE on Wed, May 27, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 169 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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.



FlixBus+





FlixBus+
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $198.
Distance: 105 miles (169 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price | $481 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Wilmington, DE:
A bus is $17 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Wilmington, DE costing on average $62 (€50).
A bus is $436 (€352) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Wilmington, DE costing on average $481 (€388).
Other travel options to Wilmington, DE take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 19m.
Flight takes on average 6h 50m.
You'll arrive about -1h -17m sooner (2h 19m by bus vs 2h 2m by car) and save roughly $-1.09 (€-0.88) compared to fuel and tolls ($46 (€37) vs $45 (€36)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound, Infobus, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Wilmington, DE buses for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus+![]() | 5:45 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3h35 | 9:20 PM Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:10 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h10 | 9:20 PM Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h05 | 1:35 AM Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 27 | |||||
![]() | 8:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h10 | 11:10 AM Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h20 | 1:30 PM Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from New York, NY to Wilmington, DE run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 105 miles (169 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 105 miles (169 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Wilmington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wilmington trip today.
Major art museum known for American art, British Pre-Raphaelite works, and a notable sculpture garden. A top cultural stop in Wilmington.
Museum and historic site on the original DuPont gunpowder works with riverside industrial exhibits, gardens, and restored mills.
Family-friendly science museum with regional nature exhibits, dinosaurs, shells, and hands-on displays near Wilmington.
The city's most popular modern leisure district with a scenic riverwalk, public art, entertainment venues, and easy strolling.
Large Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park area with trails, river views, bridges, and one of Wilmington's best walking settings.
Historic downtown corridor lined with restored buildings, theaters, shops, and frequent events. A core area for urban exploring.
Slow-smoked pork shoulder, usually chopped or pulled and dressed with tangy vinegar-based barbecue sauce. It is one of the region's signature foods.
Whole-hog style barbecue seasoned with a thin vinegar and pepper sauce. This historic coastal Carolina tradition is central to local food culture.
Lightly battered and fried local seafood, a style from nearby coastal North Carolina. Shrimp, fish, and oysters are common and widely loved around Wilmington.
Upscale downtown restaurant focused on North Carolina ingredients, local seafood, and refined Southern cooking in a polished setting.
Popular local seafood restaurant known for shrimp and grits, oyster dishes, and dependable coastal favorites in a relaxed atmosphere.
Established downtown spot serving Southern comfort food, brunch, and regional classics in a casual historic setting.
Moderate for U.S. travel. Hotels vary by season, while casual dining and coffee are reasonably priced.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5.
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