Bus Chicago to Wilmington, NC - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Wilmington, NC from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

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$139

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$137

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$145

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	32h 5m	10:00 PM	Chicago	Union Station	7:05 AM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	Economy	$139	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/5/2025 10:00:00 PM to Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 5m
FlixBus	30h 6m	11:59 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:05 AM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	Economy	$141	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/5/2025 11:59:00 PM to Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $141 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 6m
Greyhound US	31h 0m	6:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:10 PM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	Economy	$141	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/5/2025 6:10:00 AM to Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $141 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 0m
Greyhound US	31h 35m	10:30 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	7:05 AM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	Economy	$159	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/5/2025 10:30:00 PM to Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $159 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 35m
FlixBus	31h 45m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	2:10 PM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	Economy	$160	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/5/2025 5:25:00 AM to Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $160 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	31h 0m	6:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:10 PM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	Economy	$137	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/8/2025 6:10:00 AM to Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $137 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 0m
Greyhound US	32h 25m	9:40 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:05 AM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	Economy	$145	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/8/2025 9:40:00 PM to Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 25m
Greyhound US	32h 5m	10:00 PM	Chicago	Union Station	7:05 AM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	Economy	$145	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/8/2025 10:00:00 PM to Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	31h 0m	6:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:10 PM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	Economy	$145	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/11/2025 6:10:00 AM to Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 0m
Greyhound US	31h 15m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:05 AM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	Economy	$161	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/11/2025 10:50:00 PM to Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) arriving at 12/13/2025 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $161 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 15m
Greyhound US	30h 55m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	7:05 AM	Wilmington, NC	Forden Station	Economy	$161	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/11/2025 11:10:00 PM to Forden Station, Wilmington, NC (USA) arriving at 12/13/2025 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $161 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 55m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC is $137 on 12/8/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Wilmington, NC

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Wilmington, NC are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily buses from Chicago to Wilmington, NC. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Chicago and Wilmington, NC.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 12 buses from Chicago to Wilmington, NC, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Wilmington, NC, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 6 times every day by bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Wilmington, NC starting from $137!

Cheapest Bus	$137
Fastest Bus	31h 6m
Earliest Bus	5:25 AM
Latest Bus	11:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	746.1 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Wilmington, NC

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Wilmington, NC: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

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Friday 12/05

$140

Saturday 12/06

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$137

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

$145

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Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

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Friday 12/19

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Tuesday 12/23

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Thursday 12/25

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Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Wilmington, NC

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Wilmington, NC, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $137, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $145.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Wilmington, NC, with $137. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $139.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Wilmington, NC

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Wilmington, NC in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Wilmington, NC are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Wilmington, NC

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Wilmington, NC.

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Forden Station

Cando St 505

Walmart

Sigmon Road 5226

MAXX Store

S College RD 341

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Wilmington, NC? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Wilmington, NC? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Wilmington, NC bus

How much does a Chicago Wilmington, NC bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $137 and takes 32h 0m to reach Wilmington, NC. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Wilmington, NC?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $137 and $163. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Wilmington, NC.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Wilmington, NC each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Wilmington, NC bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Wilmington, NC take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC is offered by FlixBus and takes 31h 6m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $141. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC?

The earliest bus arriving in Wilmington, NC from Chicago starts at 5:25 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Wilmington, NC starts at 11:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Wilmington, NC route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Wilmington, NC?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Wilmington, NC by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Wilmington, NC bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Wilmington, NC bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Wilmington, NC bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Wilmington, NC

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Chicago and to Wilmington, NC

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chicago and to Wilmington, NC. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!