Bus Tickets from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE

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TodayAug 2
from $121
TomorrowAug 3
from $89
MonAug 4
from $87
TueAug 5
from $83
WedAug 6
from $78
ThuAug 7
from $80
FriAug 8
from $78
SatAug 9

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Newark (DE)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Delaware Rest Stop S
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Newark (DE)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Wilmington.

Bus
Average Price$62 - $212Average Duration14h
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$99 - $554Average Duration10h 46m
62kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Charlotte to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 10 hours 46 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
10h 46mAverage Duration
$99Cheapest ticket
62kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$89
Average bus trip duration14h
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure1:10am
Distance425 miles (685 km)
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Charlotte to Wilmington Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Charlotte to Wilmington, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charlotte, NC - Wilmington, DE

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07/31
$137
08/01
$122
Today
$113
08/03
$82
08/04
$80
08/05
$75
08/06
$71
08/07
$72
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Aug 6, 2025 with a price of $71

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

You can expect to pay from $71 to $232 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2025-08-06.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Charlotte to Wilmington but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Charlotte to Wilmington that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE

You can also go to Wilmington, DE by train

Train from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE

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