Find coaches from New York City to Wilmington, NC

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Next departures from New York City to Wilmington on 19 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
NYC Chinatown Lucky Star
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New York (Hudson Yards)
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New York Port Authority
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
New York Port Authority
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Wilmington

Bus
Average priceUS$84 - US$244Average duration16h 10m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$150 - US$305Average duration12h 35m
73kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 16 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
16h 10mAverage duration
US$84Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Wilmington, NC: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$112
Average bus trip duration16h 10m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure11:00
Distance494 miles
Latest bus departure23:00

New York City to Wilmington Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from New York City to Wilmington, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Wilmington, NC

  1. How far is Wilmington from New York City by coach?

    The distance between New York City and Wilmington by coach is approximately 496 miles (799 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from New York City to Wilmington without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
16/09
US$103
17/09
US$107
Today
US$100
19/09
US$112
20/09
US$83
21/09
US$109
22/09
US$110
23/09
US$94
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on 20 Sept 2025 with a price of US$83

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

You can expect to pay from US$83 to US$112 for a bus ticket from New York City to Wilmington, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$83, which is on 2025-09-20.

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 New York City and Wilmington!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from New York City to Wilmington that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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