The cheapest and fastest buses from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
13 h 25 m
Average duration
15 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
683 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 2 buses that leave Wilmington, NC for Philadelphia, PA on Wed, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 683 km distance in an average of 15 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 25 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 16 h 40 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, and a flight costs an average of €278.
Distance: 424 miles (683 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€75 Average price Cheapest | €154 Average price | €369 Average price |
12h 34m Average total duration 12h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA buses for today, Tuesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:50 PM Wilmington, NC | 13h25 | 8:15 AM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Distance 424 miles (683 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 13h 25m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PAYou can travel by bus between Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA with Greyhound for as low as $64 (€52). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence housed in Liberty Bell Center
- Independence Hall, the birthplace of the United States where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed
- Philadelphia Museum of Art, renowned for its vast collection of art and famous Rocky Steps
- Reading Terminal Market, a historic public market offering diverse food vendors and local specialties
- Eastern State Penitentiary, a former prison now a museum known for its grand architecture and historical significance.
- Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence located in the Liberty Bell Center
- Independence Hall, the historic site where the Declaration of Independence and the U. S. Constitution were debated and adopted
- Philadelphia Museum of Art, renowned for its vast collection of art and the famous Rocky Steps
- Reading Terminal Market, a bustling indoor market offering diverse food options and local specialties
- Philadelphia Zoo, America's first zoo featuring a wide variety of animals and interactive exhibits.
- Greyhound
- 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).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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