Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Wilmington
The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Wilmington?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in Wilmington
- A
Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop
505 Cando St, Wilmington, NC 28405
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Wilmington, NC by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Wilmington start from $147. The average price for this route is around $208. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Wilmington?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Wilmington is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1191 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Wilmington route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Wilmington at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Chicago to Wilmington generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Wilmington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Wilmington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $727To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Wilmington, NC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $727 to $727 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Wilmington, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $727 which is on 2025-11-30.
