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Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
Leading decorative arts museum with richly furnished period rooms, gardens and changing exhibitions.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from New York, NY to Wilmington, DE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Wilmington, DE will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £56.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 11 buses from New York, NY to Wilmington, DE, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 169 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from New York, NY to Wilmington, DE run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 169 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 169 km |
Average bus duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from New York, NY to Wilmington, DE.
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Wilmington, DE coaches for today, Saturday 31 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus+![]() | 16:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4h05 | 20:05 Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:50 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h15 | 20:05 Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 17:00 New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3h05 | 20:05 Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 1 change | |
FlixBus+![]() | 21:31 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3h19 | 0:50 Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 1 change | |
· | 21:40 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h10 | 0:50 Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:30 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h05 | 1:35 Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus+![]() | 7:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3h30 | 10:30 Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h10 | 11:10 Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 0 changesdirect | |
· | 9:30 New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 4h10 | 13:40 Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 1 change | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:15 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 3h25 | 13:40 Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:10 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h20 | 13:30 Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Wilmington, DE — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wilmington, DE trip today.
Leading decorative arts museum with richly furnished period rooms, gardens and changing exhibitions.
Art museum in a former du Pont estate, featuring American art, British Pre-Raphaelite works and landscaped grounds.
Compact city museum telling Wilmington’s industrial, social and community history through engaging local exhibits.
Popular riverfront district with a scenic promenade, shops, public art and easy walking beside the Christina River.
Large urban park with wooded trails, open lawns, a zoo and the historic Rockford Tower nearby.
Leafy riverside park with a paved walking loop, sports facilities and broad views along the Brandywine.
Blue crab cakes are a coastal Carolina staple, made with sweet crab meat and light binding so the local seafood flavour stands out.
Eastern North Carolina barbecue uses whole hog pork with a sharp vinegar-pepper sauce, a long-standing regional tradition across the coastal plain.
Shrimp and grits pairs local shrimp with creamy grits, often enriched with butter, bacon or gravy, and is a classic Lower Cape Fear comfort dish.
Refined riverfront dining known for seafood, Southern dishes and cocktails in a polished historic setting downtown.
Casual local favourite for hearty breakfasts and Southern comfort food, known for biscuits and morning plates.
Historic downtown brewery and restaurant pouring house beers with pub fare and a relaxed brick-walled atmosphere.
Moderate for a US city. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, while parking and car use add costs as public transport is limited.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, $1-2 per drink in bars, and round up or add 10-15% for taxis. Small café tips are appreciated but optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Wilmington, DE by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wilmington, DE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New York, NY to Wilmington, DE buses use the New York, Port Authority Bus Station to Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French station pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Wilmington, DE bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
New York, Port Authority Bus Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Port Authority Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station.
Available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants in the vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave. ATMs are available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave.
Ticket office support is available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave.
Available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave: Accessible by ramp for wheelchairs.
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