How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start from $37. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Charlotte?

The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to Charlotte is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 182 miles (293 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Charlotte route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Charlotte at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 4:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte generates an estimated 7 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 Charlotte?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Charlotte?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Charlotte?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Wilmington to Charlotte from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on January 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:55pm	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	6h 15m	10:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	9:15am	Wilmington Bus Station	11h 41m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
	7:40am	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	9h	4:40pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:10pm	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	8h 35m	12:45am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	9:15am	Wilmington Bus Station	11h 41m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on January 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:55pm	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	6h 15m	10:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	9:15am	Wilmington Bus Station	11h 41m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
	7:40am	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	9h	4:40pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:10pm	Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)	8h 35m	12:45am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	9:15am	Wilmington Bus Station	11h 41m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Get from Wilmington to Charlotte

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 35mAverage Duration

182 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Charlotte?

Stops in Wilmington

A
Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop
505 Cando St, Wilmington, NC 28405

Stops in Charlotte

A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA
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B
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
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C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202
D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213
E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,489 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.

Greyhound Wilmington Charlotte recent customer reviews

I will never ride greyhound buses again they are disgusting and dirty and unsanitized we are still in a crisis coronavirus is still here y’all act if though it’s not

Keisha C.

September 9, 2022

Amtrak

4/55,714 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, NC to Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start from $37. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Charlotte?
The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to Charlotte is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 182 miles (293 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Charlotte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Charlotte at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 4:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Charlotte generates an estimated 7 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 Charlotte?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Charlotte?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Wilmington to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

01/05

$47

01/06

$41

Today

$39

01/08

$37

01/09

No data

01/10

$37

01/11

$31

01/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $489 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, NC to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-01-11.

Usually Amtrak 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.