Find coaches from Wilmington, NC to Charleston, WV, US

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Next departures from Wilmington to Charleston on 30 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Charleston Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Charleston Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Charleston Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Charleston Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Charleston Bus StationNo tags

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Get from Wilmington to Charleston

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The journey takes about 16 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
16h 10mAverage duration
568 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Wilmington, NC to Charleston, WV, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$101
Average bus trip duration16h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure15:55
Distance568 km
Latest bus departure16:10

Wilmington to Charleston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Wilmington, NC - Charleston, WV, US

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Wilmington to Charleston cost?

    The bus ticket price from Wilmington to Charleston starts at US$79. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Wilmington to Charleston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

    The average travel time between Wilmington and Charleston is around 16h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 16h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 561 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Wilmington and Charleston?

    The number of buses from Wilmington to Charleston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Wilmington to Charleston?

    When taking the bus from Wilmington to Charleston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$105

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 Charleston, WV, US as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Wilmington to Charleston will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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