How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start at R 1 150. The average price for this route is around R 1 615. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Charlotte is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 685 km. The fastest bus gets 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 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Charlotte at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte produces an estimated 17 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 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 11380 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 R 1 095 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:50	Delaware Rest Stop S	21h 50m	16:40	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	12h 5m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	14h 5m	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:00	Newark (DE)	13h 55m	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	12h 10m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:50	Delaware Rest Stop S	21h 50m	16:40	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	12h 5m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:45	Wilmington Bus Station	20h 25m	22:10	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:50	Newark (DE)	13h 50m	16:40	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	14h 5m	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 7:09 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 1 150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

14h 5mAverage duration

685 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 150 - R 4 434	Average duration14h 5m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 726 - R 19 619	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

3.5/511 488 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 410 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC 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 Wilmington to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start at R 1 150. The average price for this route is around R 1 615. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Charlotte is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 685 km. The fastest bus gets 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 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Charlotte at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte produces an estimated 17 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 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 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Charlotte?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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

29/11

R 2 461

30/11

R 3 170

Today

R 1 971

02/12

R 2 137

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R 1 095

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 05 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 095

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 R 1 095 to R 4 887 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 R 1 095, which is on 2025-12-05.