How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start from $94. The average price for this route is around $135. 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 Wilmington to Charlotte?

The average bus travel time from Wilmington to Charlotte is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 687 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Charlotte route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Charlotte at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte generates an estimated 17 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 Wilmington to Charlotte?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

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 Wilmington to Charlotte?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Wilmington to Charlotte from $102 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	Newark (DE)	13h 55m	3:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	Newark (DE)	11h	6:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	13h	12:45am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	14h 5m	3:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Newark (DE)	12h 10m	5:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	14h 5m	3:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:25pm	Wilmington Bus Station	12h 5m	9:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	20h 25m	10:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	13h	12:45am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Newark (DE)	12h 10m	5:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20am	Delaware Rest Stop S	16h 35m	3:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:25pm	Wilmington Bus Station	12h 5m	9:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	20h 25m	10:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:50am	Newark (DE)	13h 50m	4:40pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	14h 5m	3:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:50pm	Newark (DE)	13h 40m	6:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:25pm	Wilmington Bus Station	12h 5m	9:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	20h 25m	10:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	17h	6:50am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Newark (DE)	14h	6:50am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:25pm	Wilmington Bus Station	12h 5m	9:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	Newark (DE)	11h	6:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	20h 25m	10:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	13h	12:45am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30pm	Newark (DE)	11h 20m	6:50am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	14h 5m	3:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	Newark (DE)	11h	6:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	20h 25m	10:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	13h	12:45am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Newark (DE)	12h 10m	5:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

14h 5mAverage Duration

687 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$94 - $425	Average Duration14h 5m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$140 - $1,588	Average Duration11h 57m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Charlotte?

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

Stops in Charlotte

A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA
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B
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
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C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202
D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213
E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,545 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,418 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC 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 Wilmington to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start from $94. The average price for this route is around $135. 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 Wilmington to Charlotte?
The average bus travel time from Wilmington to Charlotte is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 687 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Charlotte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Charlotte at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte generates an estimated 17 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 Wilmington to Charlotte?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Charlotte?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Wilmington to Charlotte?
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 Wilmington to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

12-05

$154

12-06

$117

Today

$153

12-08

$107

12-09

$110

12-10

$112

12-11

$117

12-12

$114

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $107

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

You can expect to pay from $107 to $170 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2025-12-08.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.