How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Raleigh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Raleigh start from $39. The average price for this route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Wilmington to Raleigh?

The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to Raleigh is 10h, covering a distance of 309 miles (498 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Raleigh at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Raleigh generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Wilmington to Raleigh?

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 Raleigh?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Wilmington to Raleigh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Raleigh?

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 Raleigh from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Raleigh on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	10h	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30pm	Newark (DE)	7h 40m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	9h 35m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	9h 40m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Newark (DE)	10h 5m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Raleigh on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	9h 35m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30pm	Newark (DE)	7h 40m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	9h 40m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:25pm	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 10m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Newark (DE)	10h 5m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Raleigh on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:25pm	Wilmington Bus Station	8h 10m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30pm	Newark (DE)	7h 40m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45am	Wilmington Bus Station	9h 35m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	9h 40m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Newark (DE)	10h 5m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:11 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Raleigh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

10hAverage Duration

309 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $273	Average Duration10h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $345	Average Duration9h 6m	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Raleigh?

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 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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Raleigh start from $39. The average price for this route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Wilmington to Raleigh?
The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to Raleigh is 10h, covering a distance of 309 miles (498 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Raleigh at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Raleigh generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Wilmington to Raleigh?
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 Raleigh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Wilmington to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Raleigh?
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

11/26

$117

11/27

$83

Today

$87

11/29

$92

11/30

$133

12/01

$114

12/02

$66

12/03

$55

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $55

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 Raleigh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $55 to $245 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually 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.