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Tue29 Jul
Wed30 Jul
from US$95
Thu31 Jul
Fri1 Aug
from US$127
Sat2 Aug
Sun3 Aug
from US$137
Mon4 Aug
Tue5 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Newark (DE)
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Delaware Rest Stop S
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Newark (DE)
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Chicago

Bus
Average priceUS$91 - US$311Average duration1d 1h
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$104 - US$1,627Average duration23h 7m
95kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Wilmington to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
1d 1hAverage duration
US$91Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Wilmington, DE to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$129
Average bus trip duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure02:50
Distance648 miles
Latest bus departure21:25

Wilmington to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Wilmington, DE - Chicago

  1. What's the distance between Wilmington and Chicago by coach?

    The journey from Wilmington to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 649 miles (1046 km).

  2. How can I travel from Wilmington to Chicago avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Wilmington to Chicago without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
25/07
US$166
26/07
US$115
Today
US$182
28/07
US$172
29/07
US$94
30/07
US$89
31/07
US$84
01/08
US$119
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Chicago was searched and found on 31 Jul 2025 with a price of US$84

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Wilmington, DE to Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$84 to US$309 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$84, which is on 2025-07-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Wilmington to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Wilmington to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Wilmington to Chicago.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Wilmington, DE to Chicago?

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