How much does a bus ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte cost?

The bus ticket price from Wilmington to Charlotte starts at R 914. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte 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!

How long is the bus ride from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The average travel time between Wilmington and Charlotte is around 13h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 685 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Wilmington and Charlotte?

The number of buses from Wilmington to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Wilmington to Charlotte?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Wilmington to Charlotte?

Buses travelling between Wilmington and Charlotte leave from Wilmington Bus Station or Wilmington Station and arrive at Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station.

Bus Wilmington to Charlotte from R 1 095 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	14h 5m	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:30	Newark (DE)	11h	06:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:45	Wilmington Bus Station	20h 25m	22:10	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45	Wilmington Bus Station	13h	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:30	Newark (DE)	11h 20m	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	12h 5m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	17h	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
	Bus	11:20	Delaware Rest Stop S	13h 25m	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	12h 10m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:30	Newark (DE)	11h	06:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:45	Wilmington Bus Station	20h 25m	22:10	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45	Wilmington Bus Station	13h	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:30	Newark (DE)	11h 20m	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	14h 5m	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	17h	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
	Bus	11:20	Delaware Rest Stop S	13h 25m	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	01:45	Wilmington Bus Station	20h 25m	22:10	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	12h 5m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45	Wilmington Bus Station	13h	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	14h 5m	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	12h 10m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	17h	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	14h	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:50	Newark (DE)	13h 50m	16:40	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	12h 5m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:30	Newark (DE)	11h	06:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:45	Wilmington Bus Station	20h 25m	22:10	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45	Wilmington Bus Station	13h	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	12h 10m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	14h 5m	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	17h	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
	Bus	19:30	Newark (DE)	11h 20m	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	01:45	Wilmington Bus Station	20h 25m	22:10	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	12h 5m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45	Wilmington Bus Station	13h	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	14h 5m	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	12h 10m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:50	Newark (DE)	13h 50m	16:40	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:20	Delaware Rest Stop S	13h 25m	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:00	Newark (DE)	13h 55m	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:50	Delaware Rest Stop S	21h 50m	16:40	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	12h 5m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:45	Wilmington Bus Station	20h 25m	22:10	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:50	Newark (DE)	13h 50m	16:40	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	14h 5m	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	15h 30m	08:20	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20	Delaware Rest Stop S	16h 35m	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:37 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 914, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

13h 55mAverage duration

668 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 914 - R 2 999	Average duration13h 55m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 726 - R 5 552	Average duration11h 57m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 292 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Charlotte?

Stops in Wilmington

A - Wilmington Bus Station

B - Wilmington Station

C - Wilmington Bus Stop

Stops in Charlotte

A - Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company

B - Charlotte Douglas International Airport

C - Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station

D - Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop

E - 4127 Glenwood Dr

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

How much does a bus ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte cost?
The bus ticket price from Wilmington to Charlotte starts at R 914. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte 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!
How long is the bus ride from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The average travel time between Wilmington and Charlotte is around 13h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 685 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Wilmington and Charlotte?
The number of buses from Wilmington to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Wilmington to Charlotte?
When taking the bus from Wilmington to Charlotte, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Wilmington to Charlotte?
Buses travelling between Wilmington and Charlotte leave from Wilmington Bus Station or Wilmington Station and arrive at Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/11

R 1 954

11/11

R 1 682

Today

R 1 726

13/11

R 1 682

14/11

R 1 349

15/11

R 1 200

16/11

R 1 358

17/11

R 1 200

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 200

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 200 to R 2 225 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 200, which is on 2025-11-15.

Usually FlixBus 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.