Bus Tickets from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE

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Next departures for Charlotte to Wilmington on October 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Charlotte Bus Station
Newark (DE)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Charlotte Bus Station
Delaware Rest Stop SFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Charlotte Bus Station
Wilmington Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Charlotte Bus Station
Wilmington Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Charlotte Bus Station
Newark (DE)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Wilmington

Bus
Average PriceUS$53 - US$176Average Duration13h 50m
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$99 - US$275Average Duration10h 46m
62kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Charlotte to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 10 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
10h 46mAverage Duration
US$99Cheapest ticket
62kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$69
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 50m
Number of daily buses19
Earliest bus departure1:10am
Distance687 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Charlotte to Wilmington Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Charlotte to Wilmington, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Charlotte, NC - Wilmington, DE

  1. What is the distance between Charlotte and Wilmington?

    Charlotte and Wilmington are 685 km (425 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Charlotte to Wilmington?

    Buses departing from Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company in Charlotte will take you to Wilmington Bus Station in Wilmington.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10-07
US$97
10-08
US$95
Today
US$98
10-10
US$118
10-11
US$54
10-12
US$79
10-13
US$86
10-14
US$51
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Oct 14, 2025 with a price of US$51

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$51 to US$285 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$51 which is on 2025-10-14.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Charlotte to Wilmington but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Charlotte to Wilmington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Charlotte to Wilmington that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Charlotte to Wilmington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Charlotte, NC by bus?

Bus from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC

You can also go to Wilmington, DE by train

Train from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE

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