Bus Tickets from Chicago to Wilmington, NC

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Wilmington

Bus
Average PriceUS$109 - US$298Average Duration1d 7h
30kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$249 - US$1,847Average Duration1d 22h
109kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 7hAverage Duration
US$109Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Wilmington, NC: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$155
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 7h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure5:25am
Distance1203 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Chicago to Wilmington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Wilmington, NC

  1. How far is Chicago from Wilmington?

    Chicago and Wilmington are 1196 km (742 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Wilmington?

    Buses departing from Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago will take you to Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop in Wilmington.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on Aug 1, 2025 with a price of US$120

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

You can expect to pay from US$120 to US$181 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Wilmington, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$130 which is on 2025-08-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Wilmington.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

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

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

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Wilmington, NC?

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