How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Raleigh?

The cheapest coach tickets from Wilmington to Raleigh start from £18. The average price for this route is around £27. 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 Wilmington to Raleigh?

The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Raleigh is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 116 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

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 .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Raleigh?

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Raleigh at 07:40. And the latest bus departs at 16:10.

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

A bus journey from Wilmington to Raleigh produces an estimated 5 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 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 5627 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

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.

Bus Wilmington to Raleigh from £14 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Raleigh on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:10	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	2h 55m	19:05	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 7m	17:22	Union Station	No tags
07:40	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	3h 20m	11:00	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 7m	17:22	Union Station	No tags
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	10h 26m	19:41	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Raleigh on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:40	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	3h 20m	11:00	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
16:10	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	2h 55m	19:05	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 7m	17:22	Union Station	No tags
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 7m	17:22	Union Station	No tags
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	10h 26m	19:41	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Raleigh on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:10	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	2h 55m	19:05	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 7m	17:22	Union Station	No tags
07:40	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	3h 20m	11:00	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 7m	17:22	Union Station	No tags
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	10h 26m	19:41	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Raleigh on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:40	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	3h 20m	11:00	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
16:10	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	2h 55m	19:05	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 7m	17:22	Union Station	No tags
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 7m	17:22	Union Station	No tags
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	10h 26m	19:41	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Raleigh on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:10	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	2h 55m	19:05	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 7m	17:22	Union Station	No tags
07:40	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	3h 20m	11:00	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	10h 26m	19:41	Union Station	No tags
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	10h 26m	19:41	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Raleigh on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:10	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	2h 55m	19:05	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 7m	17:22	Union Station	No tags
07:40	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	3h 20m	11:00	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 7m	17:22	Union Station	No tags
09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	10h 26m	19:41	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:04 EST.

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 £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 55mAverage duration

116 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Raleigh?

Stops in Wilmington

A
Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop
505 Cando St, Wilmington, NC 28405

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87431 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £18

Greyhound Wilmington Raleigh recent customer reviews

It was okay

Martiney W.

26 April 2021

The bus driver was kinda abrasive but overall everything was cool

Lauren S.

16 May 2018

Amtrak

4/55,644 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

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 Wilmington to Raleigh?
The cheapest coach tickets from Wilmington to Raleigh start from £18. The average price for this route is around £27. 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 Wilmington to Raleigh?
The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Raleigh is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 116 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
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.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Raleigh at 07:40. And the latest bus departs at 16:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Raleigh?
A bus journey from Wilmington to Raleigh produces an estimated 5 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 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 5627 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Raleigh?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.
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

12/12

£26

13/12

£23

Today

£23

15/12

£22

16/12

£20

17/12

£21

18/12

£21

19/12

£22

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to Raleigh was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £20

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 £20 to £346 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 £20, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.