How much is the bus ticket from Raleigh to Wilmington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Wilmington start at R 775. The average price for this route is around R 1 565. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Raleigh to Wilmington?

The average bus journey time from Raleigh to Wilmington is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 498 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Raleigh to Wilmington?

The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Wilmington at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.

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

A bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 R 954 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 20m	07:15	Newark (DE)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:45	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 50m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:15	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 15m	02:30	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	15:15	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	11h 15m	02:30	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:15	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	14h 40m	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	7h 40m	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	02:50	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 55m	16:45	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:15	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	11h 30m	02:45	Newark (DE)	Cheapest
	Bus	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 35m	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Raleigh Bus Station	15h 15m	16:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	10:45	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 50m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 35m	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	7h 40m	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 55m	02:45	Newark (DE)	No tags
	Bus	10:45	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 50m	01:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:30	Raleigh Bus Station	11h 50m	03:20	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	01:30	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 50m	12:20	Newark (DE)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:15	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 15m	02:30	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	7h 40m	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	02:50	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 30m	12:20	Newark (DE)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:15	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 15m	02:30	Newark (DE)	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:30	Raleigh Bus Station	11h 50m	03:20	Wilmington Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	7h 40m	13:30	Delaware Rest Stop S	Fastest
	Bus	05:50	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 55m	16:45	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h	05:55	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	02:50	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 55m	16:45	Newark (DE)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:11 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 1 278, 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 priceR 775 - R 5 173	Average duration11h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 278 - R 15 626	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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 775

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.

11 September 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511 545 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 775. The average price for this route is around R 1 565. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Raleigh to Wilmington?
The average bus journey time from Raleigh to Wilmington is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 498 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Raleigh to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Wilmington at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Raleigh to Wilmington produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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

05/12

R 1 405

06/12

R 1 484

Today

R 1 484

08/12

R 1 197

09/12

R 1 067

10/12

R 1 084

11/12

R 1 084

12/12

R 1 215

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 067

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 R 1 067 to R 1 683 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 R 1 067, which is on 2025-12-09.

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.