Bus Tickets from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE

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Next departures for Raleigh to Wilmington on October 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Raleigh Bus Station
Newark (DE)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Raleigh Bus Station
Delaware Rest Stop SFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Raleigh Bus Station
Wilmington Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Raleigh Bus Station
Wilmington Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Raleigh Bus Station
Wilmington Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh to Wilmington

Bus
Average PriceUS$44 - US$121Average Duration11h 10m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$76 - US$239Average Duration8h 23m
47kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Raleigh to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 8 hours 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
8h 23mAverage Duration
US$76Cheapest ticket
47kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Raleigh to Wilmington, DE: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$64
Average Bus Trip Duration11h 10m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure1:05am
Distance498 km
Latest bus departure9:55pm

Raleigh to Wilmington Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Wilmington from Raleigh, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Raleigh - Wilmington, DE

  1. What is the distance between Raleigh and Wilmington?

    Raleigh and Wilmington are 518 km (321 miles) apart.

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

    Buses departing from Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station in Raleigh will take you to Wilmington Bus Station 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
09-28
US$60
09-29
US$78
Today
US$70
10-01
US$76
10-02
No data
10-03
US$37
10-04
US$55
10-05
US$64
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Oct 3, 2025 with a price of US$37

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

You can expect to pay from US$37 to US$89 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$37 which is on 2025-10-03.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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 Raleigh and Wilmington!

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

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 Raleigh to Wilmington.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Raleigh to Wilmington.

Did you know?

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.

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

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 Raleigh to Wilmington, DE?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Raleigh by bus?

Bus from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh

You can also go to Wilmington, DE by train

Train from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE

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