How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Wilmington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Wilmington start at R 1 641. The average price for this route is around R 1 869. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Charleston to Wilmington?

The average bus journey time from Charleston to Wilmington is 22h, covering a distance of 548 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charleston to Wilmington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Wilmington at 05:20. And the latest bus departs at 05:20.

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

A bus trip from Charleston to Wilmington produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Charleston to Wilmington from R 1 641 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Charleston to Wilmington on 18 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	05:15	Charleston Bus Station	1d 6h	11:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	05:15	Charleston Bus Station	1d 6h	11:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	06:15	Charleston Bus Station	1d 4h	11:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	06:15	Charleston Bus Station	1d 4h	11:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	05:15	Charleston Bus Station	1d 6h	11:35	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Wilmington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 22 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 641, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

22hAverage duration

548 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 641 - R 2 857	Average duration22h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 874 - R 3 814	Average duration11h 59m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Wilmington?

Stops in Charleston

A
Charleston Greyhound Bus Station
300 Reynolds St, Charleston, WV 25301
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B
Slack Plaza Charleston Transit Mall
154-168 Laidley St, Charleston, WV 25301, USA
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Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 509 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87509 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 641

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, WV, US to Wilmington, DE by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Wilmington start at R 1 641. The average price for this route is around R 1 869. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Charleston to Wilmington?
The average bus journey time from Charleston to Wilmington is 22h, covering a distance of 548 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charleston to Wilmington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Wilmington at 05:20. And the latest bus departs at 05:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Charleston to Wilmington produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 16 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 520

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