Bus from Wilmington, NC to Raleigh: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Wilmington to Raleigh on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Raleigh Bus StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Wilmington Bus Station
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Raleigh Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Wilmington Bus Station
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Wilmington Bus Station
Union StationNo tags

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Get from Wilmington to Raleigh

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
2h 55mAverage Duration
186 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, NC to Raleigh by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Raleigh?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Raleigh 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.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Wilmington to Raleigh?

    The average bus travel time from Wilmington to Raleigh is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 186 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Raleigh route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Wilmington to Raleigh?

    The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Raleigh at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 4:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Raleigh?

    A bus trip from Wilmington to Raleigh generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Wilmington to Raleigh?

    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 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Raleigh?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Wilmington to Raleigh?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Raleigh?

    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.

Best price found
11-28
$62
11-29
$59
Today
$72
12-01
$48
12-02
$38
12-03
$33
12-04
$31
12-05
$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to Raleigh was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $585 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, NC to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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