How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Dover?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Dover start from $12. The average price for this route is around $12. 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 Wilmington to Dover?

The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to Dover is 1h, covering a distance of 39 miles (62 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 45m and is operated by BBBus.com .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Dover route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from BBBus.com , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Dover at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Dover generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Wilmington to Dover?

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 87412 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.4.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Wilmington to Dover?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is BBBus.com , with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Greyhound , with a cleanliness rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Wilmington to Dover from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Dover on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:40pm	3 W 4th Street	1h	1:40pm	1200 N Dupont Hwy	Cheapest
Bus	1:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	2:30am	Dover (7-Eleven)	Fastest
Bus	12:40pm	3 W 4th Street	1h 10m	1:50pm	293 N Dupont Hwy	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	3 W 4th Street	1h 20m	2:00pm	1646 S Governors Ave	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Dover on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:40pm	3 W 4th Street	1h	1:40pm	1200 N Dupont Hwy	Cheapest
Bus	1:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	45m	2:30am	Dover (7-Eleven)	Fastest
Bus	12:40pm	3 W 4th Street	1h 10m	1:50pm	293 N Dupont Hwy	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	3 W 4th Street	1h 20m	2:00pm	1646 S Governors Ave	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:26 AM EST.

Get from Wilmington to Dover

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1hAverage Duration

39 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Dover?

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 Dover

A
Dover Downs
1131 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901-2008
B
Dupont Hwy & Lepore Dr
7-Eleven, 654 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901

Compare bus companies

BBBus.com

3/5131 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.1

Wifi2.1

Greyhound

3.5/587,432 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Wilmington Dover recent customer reviews

The staff was very helpful...I arrived by train after the station was closed duo I was unable to get my tickets in person....But not a problem my ticket was held for me and I was adore to finish my journey

Sean H.

September 13, 2017

Is gross company

Daniel H.

July 22, 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Dover, DE, US 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 Wilmington to Dover?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Dover start from $12. The average price for this route is around $12. 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 Wilmington to Dover?
The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to Dover is 1h, covering a distance of 39 miles (62 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 45m and is operated by BBBus.com.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Dover route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from BBBus.com, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Dover?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Dover at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Dover?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Dover generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Wilmington to Dover?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Dover?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Wilmington to Dover?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is BBBus.com, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Dover?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Greyhound, with a cleanliness rating of 3.3 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

12/13

$10

12/14

$10

Today

$10

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$10

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$10

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$10

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$10

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$10

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Dover, DE, US was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $10

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 Dover, DE, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $10 to $45 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Dover, DE, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually Greyhound, BBBus.com 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.