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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Newark (DE) | Raleigh Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Wilmington Bus Station | Raleigh Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Wilmington Bus Station | Raleigh Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Wilmington Bus Station | Raleigh (New Bern Ave) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Delaware Rest Stop S | Raleigh Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Raleigh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Raleigh?
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 Wilmington, DE 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Raleigh start from $79. 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 Wilmington to Raleigh?
The average bus travel time from Wilmington to Raleigh is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 514 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Raleigh route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Wilmington to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Raleigh at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Raleigh 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 Wilmington to Raleigh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Raleigh?
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 Wilmington to Raleigh?
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 Wilmington to Raleigh?
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 Wilmington, DE to Raleigh was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $89To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $89 to $163 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $89 which is on 2026-01-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
