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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
15 h 3 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
683 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €57, and a flight costs an average of €206.
Distance: 424 miles (683 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€79 Average price Cheapest | €160 Average price | €369 Average price |
13h 15m Average total duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 31m Average total duration 11h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $174 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 18h55 | 7:55 PM Wilmington, Forden Station | 2 transfers | |
| undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:30 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 18h25 | 7:55 PM Wilmington, Forden Station | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus+undefined · undefined | 3:00 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 16h55 | 7:55 PM Wilmington, Forden Station | 2 transfers | |
| undefined · undefined | 5:50 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 14h05 | 7:55 PM Wilmington, Forden Station | 1 transfer | |
| +FlixBus+undefined · undefined | 4:55 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 19h10 | 12:05 PM Wilmington, Forden Station | 3 transfers | |
| undefined · undefined | 10:50 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 13h15 | 12:05 PM Wilmington, Forden Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+undefined · undefined | 11:30 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 12h35 | 12:05 PM Wilmington, Forden Station | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC
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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $71 (€57) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 424 miles (683 km) distance in 13h 15m.
Distance 424 miles (683 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€57) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NCYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC with Greyhound for as low as $71 (€57). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC 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, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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