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Delaware Art Museum
Leading Delaware art museum with American illustration, Pre-Raphaelite works, sculpture gardens, and a scenic setting above Brandywine Creek.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€85
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€85
Fastest journey on Sep 20
19 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
19 h 5 m
Buses on Sep 20
1
Distance
761 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New Brunswick, NJ 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 New Brunswick, NJ to Wilmington, NC will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €85.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 buses from New Brunswick, NJ to Wilmington, NC, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 761 km distance in an average of 19 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 5 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 19 h 5 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New Brunswick, NJ to Wilmington, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €127 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €127, while a flight costs an average of €441.
Distance: 472 miles (761 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€127 Average price Cheapest | €441 Average price | €93 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
12h 23m Average total duration 11h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New Brunswick, NJ to Wilmington, NC:
A bus is €314 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Brunswick, NJ to Wilmington, NC costing on average €441.
Other travel options to Wilmington, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 53m.
Tickets start at around €127 compared to roughly €93 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-34.08. The journey takes 11h 53m versus 9h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €135 |
The table below shows live departures for New Brunswick, NJ to Wilmington, NC buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:50 AM New Brunswick, NJ | 19h05 | 7:55 PM Wilmington, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from New Brunswick, NJ to Wilmington, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €117 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:33, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 472 miles (761 km) distance in 11h 40m.
Distance 472 miles (761 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €117 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 40m |
First bus 6:33 AM |
Last bus 7:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Leading Delaware art museum with American illustration, Pre-Raphaelite works, sculpture gardens, and a scenic setting above Brandywine Creek.
Historic prison turned museum interpreting crime, punishment, and justice in Delaware through preserved cells and guided tours.
Hands-on children's museum on the Riverfront with interactive science, math, and creativity exhibits designed for families and younger visitors.
Redeveloped waterfront district with river walks, parks, public art, and easy access to museums, dining, and seasonal events.
Major civic square framed by historic buildings, offices, and hotels, often used for public events and a good starting point downtown.
Large urban park with formal gardens, open lawns, trails, sports areas, and frequent community events near downtown neighborhoods.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Brunswick, NJ 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.

Most New Brunswick, NJ to Wilmington, NC buses use the New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station) to Wilmington, Forden Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New Brunswick, NJ and Wilmington, NC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station) is 1 km from New Brunswick city centre. Public transport options include:
New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries are located nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station). ATMs are available at New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station).
Ticket office support is available at New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station).
Available at New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station): Accessible facilities are available for disabled passengers.
Wilmington, Forden Station is 7 km from Wilmington city centre. Public transport options include:
Wilmington, Forden Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Wilmington, Forden Station. ATMs are available at Wilmington, Forden Station.
Ticket office support is available at Wilmington, Forden Station.
Available at Wilmington, Forden Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wilmington, Forden Station: Station is accessible for people with reduced mobility.
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