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Charleston to Wilmington Bus Schedule
Bus from Charleston to Wilmington: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Charleston to Wilmington. Traveling by bus from Charleston to Wilmington usually takes around 28 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 24 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 341 mi (548 km) |
| Shortest duration | 24h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $130.46 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Charleston to Wilmington?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Charleston to Wilmington. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 1d 4h 8m | $131.21 |
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 performs about 2 bus trips from Charleston to Wilmington every day, with the average journey taking around 28 hours and 8 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Wilmington usually start from $130.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Charleston to Wilmington
The bus takes an average of 28 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 341 miles from Charleston to Wilmington. However, the fastest bus only takes 24 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Charleston to Wilmington, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Charleston to Wilmington. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Charleston to Wilmington; ticket prices start at $461.00.
City Information
Wilmington
Wilmington is a major city in Delaware, established at the site of the first Swedish settlement in North America. The charming city, at the confluence of the Brandywine River and Christina River, offers easy connections to the lush countryside of Brandywine Valley. Thanks to the venerable du Pont family, who established the DuPont Company in Wilmington in 1802, the city is filled with grand estates and magnificent gardens for visitors to enjoy. The Hagley Museum & Library is the ultimate example. The expansive complex includes the first home of the du Pont family, powder yards from the company's initial gunpowder mill, and a Renaissance-style garden complete with terraces.
To dive deeper into the city's history, check out the Fort Christina State Park, the site of Wilmington's original Swedish settlement over 400 years ago. Other popular attractions include the Delaware Art Museum and Brandywine Zoo.
Wilmington is easy to access from most of the mid-Atlantic region and is located between Philadelphia and Washington. In 2011, the city's Amtrak train station was renamed the Joseph R. Biden, Jr., Railroad Station in honor of rail enthusiast Joe Biden, who often commuted via Amtrak from Wilmington to Washington during his time as a Senator. Buses from Wilmington also connect to cities like New York, Baltimore, and Philadelphia. Since the regional Wilmington Airport does not offer civilian flights, travelers can easily take a bus to the airport in Philadelphia for any air travel out of the area.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Charleston?
Main departure station: Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St
Most buses depart from the main station in Charleston.
All bus stations in Charleston:
Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St
Where does the bus arrive in Wilmington?
Main arrival station: Amtrak/SEPTA Station
All buses from Charleston arrive at one main station in Wilmington.
All bus stations in Wilmington:
Amtrak/SEPTA Station
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