The cheapest and fastest buses from Cary, NC to Wilmington, NC
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cary, NC to Wilmington, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cary, NC to Wilmington, NC will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cary, NC for Wilmington, NC on Wed, May 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 06 the direct buses cover the 190 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Wed, May 06 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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.
8:50 AM3h15Cary, NC12:05 PMWilmington, NC$541One-way0 transfers
8:50 AM3h15Cary, NC12:05 PMWilmington, NC$541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Cary, NC to Wilmington, NC
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cary, NC to Wilmington, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $96. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $96, and a flight costs an average of $317.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$97 Average price Cheapest | $394 Average price |
5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cary, NC to Wilmington, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cary, NC to Wilmington, NC buses for today, Tuesday, May 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:47 PM Cary, NC | 8h50 | 11:37 PM Wilmington, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 6 | |||||
![]() | 8:50 AM Cary, NC | 3h15 | 12:05 PM Wilmington, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cary, NC to Wilmington, NC
Buses from Cary, NC to Wilmington, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $96 (€77) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 07:40, the last at 16:10. The fastest bus covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 10h 33m.
Distance 118 miles (190 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€77) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 33m |
First bus 7:40 AM |
Last bus 4:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Cary, NC to Wilmington, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cary, NC to Wilmington, NC by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wilmington, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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