Bus from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Raleigh to Wilmington on December 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Raleigh (New Bern Ave)
Newark (DE)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Wilmington Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Wilmington Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Newark (DE)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Wilmington Bus StationNo tags

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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$64 - $423Average Duration11h 15m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$105 - $1,277Average Duration9h 27m
47kg CO₂e

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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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
busbud logoThe 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.

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