Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 3:09 PM EST.
Get from Newark to Wilmington
The journey takes about 14 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Newark and Wilmington?
Stops in Newark
- A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
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 Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Wilmington start from $125. The average price for this route is around $211. 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 Newark to Wilmington?
The average bus travel time from Newark to Wilmington is 14h 25m, covering a distance of 792 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Wilmington route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newark to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Wilmington at 4:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Newark to Wilmington generates an estimated 20 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 Newark 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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark, NJ to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $149To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, NC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $149 to $193 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $193 which is on 2025-12-23.
