How can I travel from Wilmington to New York without flying?

The best way to travel from Wilmington to New York is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to New York from Wilmington by bus?

The average travel time from Wilmington to New York is about 17h 40m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 15h 5m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 496 miles (799 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Wilmington to New York?

The distance between the two cities is 496 miles (799 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Wilmington to New York start their journey at Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop and wind up at New York Port Authority. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the most affordable way to go from Wilmington to New York?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. $85 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to New York from Wilmington.

How much are the bus tickets from Wilmington to New York?

The average bus ticket price from Wilmington to New York is $108. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $85 and $210, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

What are the best sights and things to do in New York?

Once in New York, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Governors Island, Bronx Zoo, Whitney Museum of American Art, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum and Statue of Liberty / Ellis Island.

Wilmington (NC) to New York Bus Tickets

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from $120

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 8 at 4:10pm
Departure city: Wilmington
Departure location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Arrival time: June 9 at 9:50am
Destination city: New York
Destination location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 17h 40m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 8 at 4:10pm
Departure city: Wilmington
Departure location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Arrival time: June 9 at 7:15am
Destination city: New York
Destination location: New York Port Authority
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 5m
Departure time: June 8 at 7:40am
Departure city: Wilmington
Departure location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Arrival time: June 8 at 11:50pm
Destination city: New York
Destination location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 10m
Departure time: June 8 at 7:40am
Departure city: Wilmington
Departure location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Arrival time: June 9 at 12:25am
Destination city: New York
Destination location: New York Port Authority
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 45m
Departure time: June 8 at 2:50pm
Departure city: Wilmington
Departure location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Arrival time: June 9 at 6:50am
Destination city: New York
Destination location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h

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Bus Wilmington to New York: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$108

Average bus trip duration17h 40m

Number of daily buses12

Earliest bus departure7:40am

Distance496 miles (799 km)

Latest bus departure4:10pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,018 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

4/55,168 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

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Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and New York?

Stops in Wilmington

A - Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop

Stops in New York

A - New York Port Authority

B - GW Bridge

C - Chinatown

D - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

E - Chinatown - E Broadway

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

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$95

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$91

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$95

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$103

06/07

$82

06/08

$116

06/09

$90

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You can expect to pay from $82 to $150 for a bus ticket from Wilmington to New York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $82 which is on 2025-06-07.

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 Wilmington and New York!

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Wilmington to New York will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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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!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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