Bus from Wilmington, NC to Newark, NJ: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Newark Penn StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Newark Penn StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Newark Penn StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:28 AM EST.

Get from Wilmington to Newark

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
15h 5mAverage Duration
792 kmDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, NC to Newark, NJ 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 Wilmington to Newark?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Newark start from $121. The average price for this route is around $190. 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 Wilmington to Newark?

    The average bus travel time from Wilmington to Newark is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 792 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Newark route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Wilmington to Newark?

    The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Newark at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 4:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Newark?

    A bus trip from Wilmington to Newark generates an estimated 20 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 Wilmington to Newark?

    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 Wilmington to Newark?

    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 Wilmington to Newark?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Newark?

    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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $131

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

You can expect to pay from $131 to $564 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, NC to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $131 which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually Amtrak 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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