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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | |||||
 | Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Union Station | Fastest | |||||
 | Wilmington Bus Station | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit) | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Wilmington Bus Station | Union Station | No tags |
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Get from Wilmington to Washington
The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 050, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Washington?
Stops in Wilmington
- A
Cape Fear Public Transit Bus Stop
505 Cando St, Wilmington, NC 28405
Stops in Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, NC to Washington, DC, US 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 Wilmington to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Washington start at R 1 050. The average price for this route is around R 1 305. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Washington is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 531 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Washington route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Washington at 07:40. And the latest bus departs at 16:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Washington?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Washington produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Wilmington to Washington?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Washington?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington to Washington?
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.
The cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 058To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Wilmington, NC to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 058 to R 3 571 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, NC to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 093, which is on 2025-11-28.
