Find coaches from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, NC

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Today28 Jul
Tomorrow29 Jul
from US$163
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Penn Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Penn Station
    Arrival time: 30 July 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: 29 July at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Penn Station
    Arrival time: 30 July 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: 29 July at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Newark Penn Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Wilmington

Bus
Average priceUS$100 - US$249Average duration15h 40m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
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 departure15:30
Distance491 miles
Latest bus departure23:10

Newark to Wilmington Bus

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

  1. What's the distance between Newark and Wilmington by coach?

    The journey from Newark to Wilmington by coach covers an approximate distance of 493 miles (795 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Newark to Wilmington without flying?

    To travel from Newark to Wilmington without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
26/07
US$217
27/07
No data
Today
US$69
29/07
US$155
30/07
US$119
31/07
US$115
01/08
US$122
02/08
US$145
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on 28 Jul 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$115, which is on 2025-07-31.

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 the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Newark to Wilmington will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less 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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