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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Washington DC to Wilson. Traveling by coach from Washington DC to Wilson usually takes around 6 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Wanda Coach coach can make the trip in 5 hours,
| Distance | 225 mi (363 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £24.29 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from Washington DC to Wilson
- FlixBus US: 2 daily coaches from £25
- Greyhound: 1 daily coaches from £24
- Wanda Coach: 1 daily coaches from £88
How much is a coach ticket from Washington DC to Wilson?
£54.81 is the average price of a bus ticket from Washington DC to Wilson. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Washington DC to Wilson?
There are 3 bus lines from Washington DC to Wilson available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Each of these companies only runs one bus per day. The following table helps you compare your available choices:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 11h 16m | £50.27 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 8h 11m | £36.19 |
| Wanda Coach | 1 | 5h 0m | £87.68 |
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. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from Washington to Wilson, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 performs about 1 bus trips from Washington to Wilson every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 11 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Wilson usually start from £24.
Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 1 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from £88 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of Washington and Wilson.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 225 miles from Washington DC to Wilson. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Wilson, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first coach leaves at 03:00 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Washington DC to Wilson, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Washington DC to Wilson every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Washington DC to Wilson; ticket prices start at £31.09.
City Information
Washington DC
Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.
D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.
Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.
Wilson
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Link to image attributionWilson, North Carolina, was historically known as the World's Greatest Tobacco Market. The city is located in Wilson County, home to the eponymous Wilson Botanical Gardens, Wilson Rose Garden, and Lake Wilson. The city also offers several attractions to delight history enthusiasts, like the Imagination Station Science & History Museum and the Freeman Round House of African-American History. Catch a game at local Fleming Stadium, or visit off-season to walk through the NC Baseball Museum on-site. Wilson is also known for its wind-powered sculptures in the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park.
Wilson's bars and clubs comprise a fun nightlife and entertainment scene. The city features brewing companies, tequila bars, and wineries so you can have a good time no matter your drink of choice. The best spots for music, shopping, art, and food are in Historic Downtown Wilson.
You can easily travel to Wilson by train or bus from over 30 other cities. Residents and visitors ride the Amtrak Palmetto and Amtrak Carolinian trains or hop on the Tornado Bus, Wanda Coach, and El Expreso Bus. Wilson also features an on-demand micro-transit service called RIDE and is a bicycle-friendly community.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Washington DC?
Main departure station: Union Station
Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.
All coach stations in Washington DC:
Union Station
2230 New York Ave NE
Where does the coach arrive in Wilson?
Main arrival station: 401 E Nash St
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Wilson.
Coach stations in Wilson:
401 E Nash St
4940 Raleigh Road Pkwy W
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