How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Wilmington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Wilmington start at R 1 475. The average price for this route is around R 3 301. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Wilmington?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Wilmington is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1041 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Wilmington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Wilmington?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Wilmington at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Wilmington?

A bus trip from Chicago to Wilmington produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 Chicago to Wilmington?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago 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 Chicago 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.

Bus Chicago to Wilmington from R 1 902 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Wilmington on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	02:45	Newark (DE)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	20h 5m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 30m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 15m	18:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Wilmington on 13 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 16h	16:45	Newark (DE)	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	11:00	Delaware Rest Stop S	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Wilmington on 14 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 2h	13:35	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	12:20	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Wilmington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 475, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

1d 3hAverage duration

1041 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 475 - R 6 566	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 233 - R 40 154	Average duration21h 51m	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Wilmington?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
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E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
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F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 495 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512 008 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Wilmington, DE by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Wilmington start at R 1 475. The average price for this route is around R 3 301. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Wilmington?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Wilmington is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1041 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Wilmington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Wilmington at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Chicago to Wilmington produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 Chicago to Wilmington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago 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 Chicago 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.

Best price found

10/01

R 2 533

11/01

R 2 465

Today

R 2 289

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R 2 019

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R 1 902

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 14 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 902

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 902 to R 3 282 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 902, which is on 2026-01-14.