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About Wilmington

A hidden jewel in the South, Wilmington has seen a steady increase in popularity in recent years, with some even going as far as calling it Hollywood East. To fully explore the city’s rich history and cultural heritage, take a stroll around the Historic District. Featuring not only quaint mansions but also interesting museums and superb eateries, the district offers a wealth of fascinating information about the city and its people. While walking around, don’t miss out on the chance to explore the Riverwalk. As one of the most romantic spots in the city, it offers plenty of chances to take the perfect Instagram shot. If military history is your thing, Battleship North Carolina, which has now been turned into a museum, will be a satisfying experience.

For eats, one of the most-loved establishments is Nippy’s Soul Food Restaurant, which offers a lovely mix of seafood and soul foods. Wine lovers should also not miss the chance to try a tasting session at the Noni Bacca Winery, a local favorite.

Wilmington transportation center is WAVE Forden Station Transit Center, which is located on Cando St. From the station, tourists can catch Greyhound buses. While there’s no rail service in and out of Wilmington, the city is part of the Amtrak network via the carrier’s Thruway bus line. The Wilmington International Airport is the principal airport in the city.

Station Information

WAVE Forden Station Transit Ctr - 505 Cando St  - WMNAMT-0

Image credit: Wave Transit

The Forden Station Transit Center is a hub for transportation services from Wilmington’s local Wave Transit buses as well as intercity bus service on Greyhound and Amtrak Thruway. The station was built in 1974 to improve public transportation in Wilmington and features aptly shaped wavy roofs atop sheltered sidewalks. Plenty of parking spots are available at the station, and if you’re up for a short walk, you can head to Costco around the corner for a $1.50 hot dog before your trip. The station is located a few miles north of downtown, about a 10-minute drive from Wilmington International Airport.

Popular coach stations in Wilmington:

  • WAVE Forden Station Transit Ctr - 505 Cando St

What coach companies travel to Wilmington, North Carolina?

Located in North Carolina, Wilmington is accessible by coach from 9 other cities. You can choose from 41 daily scheduled trips when you search for coaches to Wilmington on Wanderu. Greyhound usually has the most coaches on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Wilmington are also available..

Coach companies serving Wilmington

CoachRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US2391d 10h 13m€203.28
Greyhound2016h 1m€81.46
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.

Which coach carrier has the best service to Wilmington?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Wilmington by coach with Greyhound giving them a 4 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that Greyhound had the most comfortable coach service to Wilmington taking into account the seats and amenities that Greyhound offers. They rate Greyhound a 3.8 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.

If you are looking to arrive to Wilmington punctually, travelers suggest that Wanda Coach has the best on time performance on their coach schedules to Wilmington, rating them a 4 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

€16.16 is the cheapest price for a coach ticket to Wilmington, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Wilmington. In the last month, coaches from Myrtle Beach to Wilmington had the lowest average price at €16.25.

The main coach station in Wilmington is WAVE Forden Station Transit Ctr - 505 Cando St. As the busiest station, it has the most coach arrivals, although some coaches may make other stops in and around Wilmington.

The closest airport to Wilmington is Wilmington Intl Airport (ILM), it is located 3.9 miles from the city center of Wilmington.
Wilmington ranks number 9 among most popular coach destinations in the region. It also ranks number 397 in United States. Wilmington ranks number 8 in the region in terms of the number of destinations that connect to Wilmington via coach service. On average 5 direct daily coach trips serve Wilmington.
The population of Wilmington is 115933. Wilmington ranks number 7 in terms of population in North Carolina and number 220 in all of United States.
Coach tickets to Wilmington range from for a short trip to Wilmington, while a 60 to 200 mile coach trip to Wilmington starts at , and a longer trip by coach to Wilmington can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as €16.
Traveling by coach is very popular with those going to visit their friends in Wilmington. With good deals available and ability to plan last minute, a coach ticket to Wilmington is the best way to get some facetime with your friends and with great coach locations in Wilmington you'll arrive near the action ready to hit the town with your friends.
The closest coach station to the city center of Wilmington is WAVE Forden Station Transit Ctr - 505 Cando St, located just 4.4 miles away. Select WAVE Forden Station Transit Ctr - 505 Cando St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Wilmington. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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