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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | Wilmington Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | Wilmington Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | Wilmington Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | Newark (DE) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | Wilmington Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh to Wilmington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 11 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $70, 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
- AWilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
- B100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
- C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE 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 $70. The average price for this route is around $116. 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 11h 5m, covering a distance of 514 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 35m 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 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington generates an estimated 13 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 Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Raleigh to Wilmington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
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 Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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, DE was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $61 to $147 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2026-01-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
