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Today29 Aug
Tomorrow30 Aug
Sun31 Aug
Mon1 Sept
Tue2 Sept
from US$53
Wed3 Sept
from US$46
Thu4 Sept
Fri5 Sept

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Delaware Rest Stop S
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Newark (DE)
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Durham

Bus
Average priceUS$46 - US$113Average duration11h 5m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$83 - US$241Average duration9h 59m
46kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Wilmington to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
11h 5mAverage duration
US$46Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Wilmington, DE to Durham, NC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$73
Average bus trip duration11h 5m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure02:50
Distance317 miles
Latest bus departure21:25

Wilmington to Durham Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Wilmington, DE - Durham, NC, US

  1. How far is Durham from Wilmington by coach?

    The distance between Wilmington and Durham by coach is approximately 316 miles (509 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Durham from Wilmington without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. 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
27/08
US$53
28/08
US$49
Today
US$58
30/08
US$56
31/08
US$63
01/09
US$69
02/09
US$45
03/09
US$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$39

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 Durham, NC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$39 to US$91 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$39, which is on 2025-09-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Wilmington to Durham.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Wilmington to Durham, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Wilmington to Durham 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 Wilmington to Durham while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Wilmington, DE to Durham, NC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Wilmington, DE by bus?

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You can also go to Durham, NC, US by train

Train from Wilmington, DE to Durham, NC, US

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