How much is the bus ticket from Raleigh to Wilmington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Wilmington start at R 812. The average price for this route is around R 1 358. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Raleigh to Wilmington?

The average bus journey time from Raleigh to Wilmington is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 514 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Wilmington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Wilmington at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.

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

A bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Raleigh to Wilmington?

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 5733 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Wilmington?

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 Raleigh to Wilmington from R 694 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 20m	07:15	Newark (DE)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 40m	11:00	Delaware Rest Stop S	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	15h 35m	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:50	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 55m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 50m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	02:50	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 30m	12:20	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	15:30	Raleigh Bus Station	11h 50m	03:20	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	16h 10m	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	Cheapest
	Bus	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 35m	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 55m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	15:15	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	11h 30m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 35m	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	7h 40m	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 55m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	10:45	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 50m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:16 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh to Wilmington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 812, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

11h 5mAverage duration

514 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 812 - R 3 637	Average duration11h 5m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 217 - R 6 381	Average duration9h 27m	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Wilmington?

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

Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87516 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 R 812

Greyhound Raleigh Wilmington recent customer reviews

The buses were dirty and late! The station staff was slow moving and with an attitude. I was scheduled to leave Raleigh NC at 1:25 pm and arrive at Wilmington Del at 11:35 pm on the same day. I have not reach Wilmington at 5:30am on the following day!!!

Arnold B S.

11 September 2018

FlixBus

3.5/512 143 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 749 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Raleigh to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Wilmington start at R 812. The average price for this route is around R 1 358. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Raleigh to Wilmington?
The average bus journey time from Raleigh to Wilmington is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 514 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Wilmington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Raleigh to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Wilmington at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Raleigh to Wilmington?
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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Raleigh to Wilmington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Wilmington?
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

22/01

R 1 413

23/01

R 1 446

Today

R 1 413

25/01

R 1 223

26/01

No data

27/01

R 735

28/01

R 711

29/01

R 760

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 711

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

You can expect to pay from R 711 to R 1 718 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 711, which is on 2026-01-28.