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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€27
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€45
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
5 h 27 m
Buses on Sep 17
3
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 3 buses from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 183 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 10 h 12 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.
2:45 PM3h05Raleigh, Bus Station5:50 PMWilmington, Forden Station€271One-way0 transfers- 5:45 AM3h05Raleigh, Bus Station8:50 AMWilmington, Forden Station€281One-way0 transfers
80 · 618910:38 AM10h12Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC8:50 PMWilmington, NC€811One-way1 transfer
- 5:45 AM3h05Raleigh, Bus Station8:50 AMWilmington, Forden Station€281One-way0 transfers
- 2:45 PM3h05Raleigh, Bus Station5:50 PMWilmington, Forden Station€271One-way0 transfers
- 80 · 618910:38 AM10h12Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC8:50 PMWilmington, NC€811One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, while a flight costs an average of €533.
Distance: 113 miles (183 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €533 Average price | €21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC:
A bus is €505 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC costing on average €533.
Other travel options to Wilmington, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 8m.
Tickets start at around €29 compared to roughly €21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-7.69. The journey takes 3h 8m versus 1h 52m 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.
Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:38AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 10h12 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €81 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €33 |
Live departures
Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:45 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 3h05 | 5:50 PM Wilmington, Forden Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
| 5:45 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 3h05 | 8:50 AM Wilmington, Forden Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC
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Buses from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:50, the last at 16:10. The fastest bus covers the 113 miles (183 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 113 miles (183 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 3:50 AM |
Last bus 4:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NCYou can travel by bus between Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC with Greyhound for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Raleigh, 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.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC
Most Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, NC buses use the Raleigh, Bus Station to Wilmington, Forden Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Raleigh, NC and Wilmington, NC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Raleigh, NC station do buses to Wilmington, NC leave from?
Getting to Raleigh, Bus Station from Raleigh city centre
Raleigh, Bus Station is 4 km from Raleigh city centre. Public transport options include:
Raleigh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Raleigh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Raleigh, Bus Station. ATMs are available at Raleigh, Bus Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Raleigh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Raleigh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Raleigh, Bus Station: Station is accessible via ramps.
Which Wilmington, NC station do buses from Raleigh, NC arrive at?
Getting to Wilmington, Forden Station from Wilmington city centre
Wilmington, Forden Station is 7 km from Wilmington city centre. Public transport options include:
Wilmington, Forden Station bus station facilities and services
Wilmington, Forden Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wilmington, Forden Station. ATMs are available at Wilmington, Forden Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wilmington, Forden Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wilmington, Forden Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wilmington, Forden Station: Station is accessible for people with reduced mobility.
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