Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 199 Spring Garden St. | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Cherry Hill Mall | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags |
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Get from Philadelphia to Wilmington
The journey takes about 18 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Wilmington?
Stops in Philadelphia
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
Stops in Wilmington
- A
Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop
505 Cando St, Wilmington, NC 28405
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Wilmington start from $108. The average price for this route is around $161. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Wilmington is 18h 50m, covering a distance of 678 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Wilmington route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Wilmington at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Wilmington generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on Jan 5, 2026 with a price of $126To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $126 to $211 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Wilmington, NC based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $126 which is on 2026-01-05.
