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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:30 AM EST.
Get from Raleigh to Wilmington
The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Wilmington?
Stops in Raleigh
- A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603 - B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Wilmington start from $39. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Raleigh to Wilmington?
The average bus travel time from Raleigh to Wilmington is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 186 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Wilmington route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Raleigh to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Wilmington at 3:50am. And the latest bus departs at 12:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington generates an estimated 5 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Raleigh to Wilmington, NC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $52 to $68 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Wilmington, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-11-29.
