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How to get to Wilmington by coach
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- Trips per day
- 8
- coach lines
- 1
- Stations
- 1
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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 favourite.
Wilmington transport centre is WAVE Forden Station Transit Center, which is located on Cando St. From the station, tourists can catch Greyhound coaches. While there’s no rail service in and out of Wilmington, the city is part of the Amtrak network via the carrier’s Thruway coach line. The Wilmington International Airport is the principal airport in the city.
Station Information

The Forden Station Transit Center is a hub for transport services from Wilmington’s local Wave Transit buses as well as intercity coach service on Greyhound and Amtrak Thruway. The station was built in 1974 to improve public transport in Wilmington and features aptly shaped wavy roofs atop sheltered pavements. 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, NC?
Located in North Carolina, Wilmington is accessible by coach from 4 other cities. You can choose from 8 daily scheduled trips when you search for coaches to Wilmington on Wanderu. FlixBus US 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
| Coach | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 305 | 1 day, 13 hrs, 10 mins | £135.47 |
| Greyhound | 20 | 15 hrs, 49 mins | £81.75 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 coaches are outfitted with power sockets, free WiFi, toilets, and air conditioning for your comfort.
Which coach carrier has the best service to Wilmington?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travellers who booked on Wanderu rave about travelling to Wilmington by coach with Greyhound, giving it a 4.5 rating out of 5.
Travellers also mentioned that Greyhound had the most comfortable coach service to Wilmington, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Greyhound at 4.3 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Wilmington punctually, travellers suggest that Greyhound has the best on-time performance on its coach schedules to Wilmington, rating it 4.3 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
£10.83 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 coaches from your city to Wilmington. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Wilmington was £12.24.
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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), located 3.9 miles from the city centre of Wilmington.
Wilmington ranks number 9 among the most popular coach destinations in North Carolina. Wilmington ranks number 301 among coach destinations in the country. Wilmington ranks number 36 in North Carolina by the number of places connected to it by coach. There are 5 direct coach schedules arriving in Wilmington each day.
The population of Wilmington is 115,933. It ranks number 7 by population in North Carolina. It ranks number 194 by population in the country.
A 60 to 200 mile coach trip to Wilmington starts at £10.83. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as £10.83.
Travelling by coach is very popular with those going to visit their friends in Wilmington. With good deals available and the ability to plan last minute, a coach ticket to Wilmington is the best way to get some face time with your friends, and with great coach locations in Wilmington you’ll arrive near the action ready to hit the town.
The closest coach station to the city centre of Wilmington is WAVE Forden Station Transit Ctr - 505 Cando St, located just 4.3 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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