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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.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $252. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 9h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $252, and a train costs an average of $688.
Distance: 2435 miles (3919 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$252 Average price Cheapest | $688 Average price | $303 Average price | $568 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
69h 20m Average total duration 68h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 76h 0m Average total duration 75h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 12m Average total duration Fastest 9h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 40h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Sacramento, CA to Wilmington, DE:
A bus is $51 (€41) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sacramento, CA to Wilmington, DE costing on average $303 (€245).
A bus is $436 (€351) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sacramento, CA to Wilmington, DE costing on average $688 (€555).
Other travel options to Wilmington, DE take longer:
Bus takes on average 68h 50m.
Train takes on average 75h 30m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 68h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $252 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 71h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $777 |
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Buses from Sacramento, CA to Wilmington, DE run on average 2 times per day, taking around 68h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $252 (€203) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 2435 miles (3919 km) distance in 68h 50m.
Distance 2435 miles (3919 km) |
Average bus duration 68h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $252 (€203) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 68h 50m |
First bus 2:50 AM |
Last bus 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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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