How much is the bus ticket from Raleigh to Wilmington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Wilmington start from $64. The average price for this route is around $128. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Raleigh to Wilmington?

The average bus travel time from Raleigh to Wilmington is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 498 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Wilmington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Raleigh to Wilmington?

The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Wilmington at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington?

A bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Raleigh to Wilmington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Raleigh to Wilmington?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Raleigh to Wilmington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Raleigh to Wilmington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Raleigh to Wilmington from $78 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Raleigh to Wilmington on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:15pm	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	14h 40m	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	7h 40m	1:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
	Bus	5:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	4:45pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	8h	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	2:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 55m	4:45pm	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Wilmington on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:15pm	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	11h 30m	2:45am	Newark (DE)	Cheapest
	Bus	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 35m	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	4:45pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	15h 15m	4:45pm	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 50m	1:35am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Wilmington on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 35m	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	7h 40m	1:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
	Bus	5:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	4:45pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 55m	2:45am	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	10:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 50m	1:35am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Wilmington on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	11h 50m	3:20am	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	8h	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	4:45pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 50m	12:20pm	Newark (DE)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 15m	2:30am	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Wilmington on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	8h	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	7h 40m	1:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
	Bus	5:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	4:45pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	2:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 30m	12:20pm	Newark (DE)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 15m	2:30am	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Wilmington on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	11h 50m	3:20am	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	7h 40m	1:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
	Bus	5:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	4:45pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	8h	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	2:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 55m	4:45pm	Newark (DE)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:53 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh to Wilmington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 9 hours 27 minutes, and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

9h 27mAverage Duration

518 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $423	Average Duration11h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$105 - $1,277	Average Duration9h 27m	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Wilmington?

Stops in Raleigh

A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603
B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, USA

Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,418 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87418 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $64

Greyhound Raleigh Wilmington recent customer reviews

The buses were dirty and late! The station staff was slow moving and with an attitude. I was scheduled to leave Raleigh NC at 1:25 pm and arrive at Wilmington Del at 11:35 pm on the same day. I have not reach Wilmington at 5:30am on the following day!!!

Arnold B S.

September 11, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,544 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Amtrak

4/55,628 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Raleigh to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Wilmington start from $64. The average price for this route is around $128. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Raleigh to Wilmington?
The average bus travel time from Raleigh to Wilmington is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 498 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Wilmington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Raleigh to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Wilmington at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Raleigh to Wilmington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Raleigh to Wilmington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Raleigh to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Raleigh to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12-04

$129

12-05

$115

Today

$122

12-07

$122

12-08

$98

12-09

$88

12-10

$89

12-11

$89

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $88

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 $88 to $165 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 $88 which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually FlixBus, 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.