Bus from Wilmington, NC to Charlotte, NC: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Charlotte Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Charlotte Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Wilmington Bus Station
Amtrak StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Wilmington Bus Station
Amtrak StationNo 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 $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
8h 35mAverage Duration
293 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start from $51. The average price for this route is around $70. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Wilmington to Charlotte?

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

  3. 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.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times 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.

  5. 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 a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. 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 5597 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Wilmington to Charlotte?

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

  9. 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
11-25
$75
11-26
$90
Today
$70
11-28
$74
11-29
No data
11-30
$70
12-01
No data
12-02
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $70

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 $70 to $800 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 $70 which is on 2025-11-30.

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.

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