Is there a way to reach Wilmington from Rocky Mount without flying?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Both are easy and eco-friendly ways to travel to Wilmington. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long does it take to get to Wilmington from Rocky Mount by bus?

The travel time from Rocky Mount to Wilmington is about 8h 50m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 8h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 289 miles (466 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Rocky Mount and Wilmington?

About 289 miles (466 km) separate Rocky Mount and Wilmington.

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Rocky Mount to Wilmington?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $73.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Rocky Mount to Wilmington?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Rocky Mount to Wilmington is $88. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $73 to $99, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Rocky Mount to Wilmington (DE) Bus Tickets

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from $75

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Cheap buses leaving Tuesday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 20 at 6:30pm
Departure city: Rocky Mount
Departure location: Rocky Mount Bus Stop
Arrival time: May 21 at 3:20am
Destination city: Wilmington
Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 50m

Accepted payments

Compare 2 ways to go from Rocky Mount to Wilmington.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$73 - $99	Average Duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$81 - $257	Average Duration6h 56m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Rocky Mount to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 6 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

6h 56mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest ticket

42kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rocky Mount to Wilmington: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$88

Average bus trip duration8h 50m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure6:30pm

Distance289 miles (466 km)

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/586,982 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,121 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Rocky Mount to Wilmington Bus

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Rocky Mount - Wilmington

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/14

$123

05/15

No data

Today

$76

05/17

$75

05/18

$77

05/19

$70

05/20

$75

05/21

No data

The cheapest trip from Rocky Mount to Wilmington was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of $70

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

You can expect to pay from $70 to $123 for a bus ticket from Rocky Mount to Wilmington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-05-19.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rocky Mount and Wilmington!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rocky Mount to Wilmington, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Rocky Mount to Wilmington.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Rocky Mount to Wilmington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rocky Mount to Wilmington?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h 50m	Avg Price$88	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time6h 56m	Avg Price$129	Daily Departures4

Will you be returning to Rocky Mount by bus?

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