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Bus Wilmington to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$165
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 8h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure7:40am
Distance1190 km
Latest bus departure4:10pm

Wilmington to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Wilmington, NC - Chicago

  1. What is the travel distance from Wilmington to Chicago?

    It's about 1196 km (742 miles) from Wilmington to Chicago.

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

    Buses departing from Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop in Wilmington will take you to Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago.

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

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US$109
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US$89
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07-24
US$102
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 22, 2025 with a price of US$89

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

You can expect to pay from US$89 to US$124 for a bus ticket from Wilmington to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$102 which is on 2025-07-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Wilmington to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Wilmington to Chicago.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Wilmington to Chicago.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Wilmington to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Train from Wilmington, NC to Chicago

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