How to travel from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE

There are 3 options to travel between Raleigh, NC and Wilmington, DE including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE is a bus with an average price of €60.

This is compared to other travel options from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE:

A bus is €55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE costing on average €115.

A bus is €203 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE costing on average €264.

The fastest way to travel from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 29m.

Other travel options to Wilmington, DE take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 39m.

Bus takes on average 11h 53m.

The distance from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE is approximately 322 miles (519 km).

The average frequency per day from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE is:

• Around 61 flights per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Raleigh, NC and Wilmington, DE as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE:

• Buses mostly depart from Raleigh, Bus Station and arrive in Wilmington, Amtrak Station @ ML King-French.
• Flights mostly depart from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and arrive in Philadelphia International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC and arrive in Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus, GoRaleigh to go to Wilmington, DE by bus.
• Travel with Amtrak to go to Wilmington, DE by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE:

• 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.

Omio customers who travel from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA, Washington, DC, New Carrollton, MD, Newark, NJ. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Wilmington, DE and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Wilmington, DE to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Wilmington, DE, visitors can explore Riverfront Wilmington for dining, shopping, and scenic views along the Christina River. Enjoy a scenic train ride with the Wilmington and Western Railroad, or catch a show at the historic Grand Opera House. Families can visit the Delaware Children's Museum for interactive exhibits. Outdoor enthusiasts can hike or rock climb at Alapocas Run State Park. For sights, the Nemours Estate offers grand gardens and a classical mansion, while the Hagley Museum and Library showcases early American industrial history. Art lovers can visit the Delaware Art Museum, and the Brandywine Zoo provides a variety of animals and educational programs. Rockford Park offers scenic views and walking trails.

To fully explore Wilmington, DE, including its museums, gardens, and historic sites, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.