How to travel from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE

There are 3 options to travel between Newark, NJ and Wilmington, DE including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE is a bus with an average price of $44.

This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE:

A bus is $89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE costing on average $132.

A bus is $658 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE costing on average $702.

The fastest way to travel from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE is by train with an average journey time of 2h 8m.

Other travel options to Wilmington, DE take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 4m.

Flight takes on average 5h 10m.

The distance from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE is approximately 99 miles (160 km).

The average frequency per day from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE is:

• Around 39 trains per day.
• Around 17 flights per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newark, NJ and Wilmington, DE as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE:

• Flights mostly depart from LaGuardia Airport and arrive in Philadelphia International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ and arrive in Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE.
• Buses mostly depart from Newark, Penn Station and arrive in Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Greyhound, Infobus, FlixBus to go to Wilmington, DE by bus.
• Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak to go to Wilmington, DE by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct buses per day with Greyhound, Infobus.
• 39 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Amtrak.

Omio customers who travel from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA, Washington, DC, New Carrollton, MD, Alexandria, VA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Wilmington, DE and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Wilmington, DE to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Wilmington, DE, visitors can explore Riverfront Wilmington for dining, shopping, and scenic views along the Christina River. Enjoy a scenic train ride with the Wilmington and Western Railroad, or catch a show at the historic Grand Opera House. Families can visit the Delaware Children's Museum for interactive exhibits. Outdoor enthusiasts can hike or rock climb at Alapocas Run State Park. For sights, the Nemours Estate offers grand gardens and a classical mansion, while the Hagley Museum and Library showcases early American industrial history. Art lovers can visit the Delaware Art Museum, and the Brandywine Zoo provides a variety of animals and educational programs. Rockford Park offers scenic views and walking trails.

To fully explore Wilmington, DE, including its museums, gardens, and historic sites, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.