Bus Tickets from New York City to Wilmington, NC

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TodayAug 10
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TueAug 12
from US$133
WedAug 13
from US$130
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from US$119
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York (Hudson Yards)
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Wilmington

Bus
Average PriceUS$95 - US$261Average Duration16h 10m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$150 - US$305Average Duration12h 35m
73kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 16 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
16h 10mAverage Duration
US$95Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Wilmington, NC: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$125
Average Bus Trip Duration16h 10m
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure11:00am
Distance799 km
Latest bus departure11:00pm

New York City to Wilmington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Wilmington, NC

  1. What is the distance between New York City and Wilmington?

    The distance between New York City and Wilmington is around 799 km (496 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at GW Bridge, in New York City, and end it at Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop, in Wilmington.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-08
US$201
08-09
US$112
Today
US$112
08-11
US$103
08-12
US$126
08-13
US$124
08-14
US$88
08-15
US$158
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on Aug 14, 2025 with a price of US$88

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

You can expect to pay from US$88 to US$201 for a bus ticket from New York City to Wilmington, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$88 which is on 2025-08-14.

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 New York City and Wilmington!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New York City to Wilmington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from New York City to Wilmington that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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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!

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

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Wilmington, NC?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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