How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Washington start at R 340. The average price for this route is around R 513. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Washington?

The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Washington is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 138 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , OurBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Washington at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Washington produces an estimated 3 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 Wilmington to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3169 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Washington?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Wilmington to Washington from R 216 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Washington on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 25m	23:50	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	1h 55m	15:25	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Fastest
Bus	11:45	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 40m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Bus	14:00	Newark (DE)	2h	16:00	Union Station	No tags
Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 55m	16:45	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Washington on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:50	Newark (DE)	1h 55m	04:45	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:45	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 40m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	2h 10m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:50	Newark (DE)	4h 35m	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	2h 55m	16:45	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:16 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 hour 34 minutes and with fares starting at just R 225, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37train per day

1h 34mAverage duration

157 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 340 - R 1 144	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 225 - R 10 217	Average duration1h 34m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Washington?

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

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 618 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87431 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 366

Greyhound Wilmington Washington recent customer reviews

Going to Wilmington was so awful I did not use my return ticket. Wasted $25. My 1:00 bus on Friday was cancelled was supposedly notified by email. Must've been phantom. Will not use again. Bad experience.

Brenda R.

16 December 2019

Very pleasant and comfortable

Monica B.

21 January 2022

OurBus

4/53 171 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US 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 Wilmington to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Washington start at R 340. The average price for this route is around R 513. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Washington is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 138 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Washington at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Washington?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Washington produces an estimated 3 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 Wilmington to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3169 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

13/12

R 406

14/12

R 415

Today

R 406

16/12

R 355

17/12

R 303

18/12

R 294

19/12

R 303

20/12

R 329

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 294

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 294 to R 1 054 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 294, which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.