How much does a bus ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte cost?

The bus ticket price from Wilmington to Charlotte starts at R 583. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The average travel time between Wilmington and Charlotte is around 8h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 284 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Wilmington and Charlotte?

The number of buses from Wilmington to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Wilmington to Charlotte?

When taking the bus from Wilmington to Charlotte, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak.

Bus Wilmington to Charlotte from R 492 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus		16:10	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	8h 35m	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 15 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:55	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	6h 15m	22:10	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	11h 41m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
	07:40	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	9h	16:40	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:10	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	8h 35m	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	11h 41m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
	09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	17h 15m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags
	09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	17h 15m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags
	09:15	Wilmington Bus Station	17h 15m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:21 PM EST.

Get from Wilmington to Charlotte

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 583, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 35mAverage duration

293 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87371 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 583

Greyhound Wilmington Charlotte recent customer reviews

I will never ride greyhound buses again they are disgusting and dirty and unsanitized we are still in a crisis coronavirus is still here y’all act if though it’s not

Keisha C.

9 September 2022

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Charlotte?

Stops in Wilmington

A - Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop

Stops in Charlotte

A - Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company

B - Charlotte Douglas International Airport

C - Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station

D - Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop

E - 4127 Glenwood Dr

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, NC to Charlotte, NC by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte cost?
The bus ticket price from Wilmington to Charlotte starts at R 583. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The average travel time between Wilmington and Charlotte is around 8h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 284 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Wilmington and Charlotte?
The number of buses from Wilmington to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Wilmington to Charlotte?
When taking the bus from Wilmington to Charlotte, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

R 686

13/11

R 756

Today

R 756

15/11

R 651

16/11

R 545

17/11

R 545

18/11

No data

19/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of R 545

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 Charlotte, NC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 545 to R 9 771 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, NC to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 545, which is on 2025-11-16.

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.