Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Wilmington
The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours, and with fares starting at just £96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Wilmington?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, 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 by bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Wilmington?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Wilmington start from £96. The average price for this route is around £110. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Wilmington?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Wilmington is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 738 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Wilmington route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Wilmington at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Wilmington?
A bus journey from Chicago to Wilmington produces an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Chicago 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 87412 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Wilmington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £139To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Wilmington, NC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £139 to £174 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Wilmington, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £139, which is on 2025-12-12.
