Bus from Wilmington, NC to New York City: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Wilmington to New York City on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
ChinatownNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
GW BridgeNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
NYC Chinatown Lucky StarNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
New York Port AuthorityNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags

Get from Wilmington to New York City

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 18 hours, and with fares starting at just £54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
18hAverage duration
503 milesDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Wilmington, NC to New York City

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to New York City?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Wilmington to New York City start from £54. The average price for this route is around £95. 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 journey from Wilmington to New York City?

    The average bus journey time from Wilmington to New York City is 18h, covering a distance of 503 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 14h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Wilmington to New York City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to New York City?

    The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to New York City at 07:40. And the latest bus departs at 16:10.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to New York City?

    A bus journey from Wilmington to New York City produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Wilmington to New York City?

    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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to New York City?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to New York City?

    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 New York City?

    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
27/11
£131
28/11
£151
Today
£176
30/11
£98
01/12
£91
02/12
No data
03/12
£70
04/12
£60
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to New York City was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £60

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 New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £60 to £300 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, NC to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £60, which is on 2025-12-04.

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