The cheapest and fastest buses from Rochester, NY to Wilmington, NC
Cheapest price
$204
Average price
$204
Fastest journey
1 d 5 h 45 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
993 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rochester, NY 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 Rochester, NY to Wilmington, NC will cost around $204 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $204.
Of the 1 buses that leave Rochester, NY for Wilmington, NC on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 993 km distance in an average of 1 d 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 5 h 45 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 1 d 5 h 45 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Rochester, NY to Wilmington, NC
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rochester, NY to Wilmington, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €77, and a bus costs an average of €196.
Distance: 617 miles (993 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€196 Average price | €77 Average price Cheapest |
28h 20m Average total duration 27h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rochester, NY to Wilmington, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rochester, NY to Wilmington, NC buses for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:20 AM Rochester, NY | 29h45 | 11:05 AM Wilmington, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rochester, NY to Wilmington, NC
Buses from Rochester, NY to Wilmington, NC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 27h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $245 (€196) but you can travel from only $96 (€77) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 617 miles (993 km) distance in 27h 50m.
Distance 617 miles (993 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $245 (€196) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 27h 50m |
First bus 01:20 |
Last bus 23:50 |
FAQs: Bus from Rochester, NY to Wilmington, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester, NY 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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