Bus Tickets from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, NC

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Cheap buses leaving Tuesday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Penn Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Penn Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Penn Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Penn Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 10:39 AM EDT.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Wilmington

Average PriceUS$100 - US$249Average Duration15h 40m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$167 - US$382Average Duration12h 18m
72kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Newark to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 15 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
15h 40mAverage Duration
US$100Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Newark, NJ to Wilmington, NC: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$129
Average Bus Trip Duration15h 40m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure3:30pm
Distance791 km
Latest bus departure11:10pm

Newark to Wilmington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Newark, NJ - Wilmington, NC

  1. What is the distance between Newark and Wilmington?

    The distance between Newark and Wilmington is approximately 795 km (493 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Newark to Wilmington?

    Buses departing from Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark will take you to Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop in Wilmington.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-25
US$203
07-26
US$217
Today
No data
07-28
US$69
07-29
US$119
07-30
US$119
07-31
US$115
08-01
US$122
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on Jul 28, 2025 with a price of US$69

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

You can expect to pay from US$69 to US$217 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$69 which is on 2025-07-28.

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 Newark and Wilmington!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Newark to Wilmington, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Newark to Wilmington will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Newark to Wilmington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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!

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, NC?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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