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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.

today
$115
tomorrow
$115
Saturday
Sunday
$137
Monday
Tuesday
$115
Wednesday
$114

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 27h 30m 1:20 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 5:50 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $115
Greyhound US 26h 5m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 5:50 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $122
Greyhound US 30h 35m 10:15 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren 5:50 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $122
FlixBus 37h 50m 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $128
FlixBus 32h 20m 5:25 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $137

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 27h 30m 1:20 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 5:50 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $115
FlixBus 32h 20m 5:25 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $128
Greyhound US 26h 5m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 5:50 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $130
Greyhound US 31h 35m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $132

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 32h 40m 11:10 PM Chicago Union Station 8:50 AM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $137
Greyhound US 32h 5m 11:45 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 8:50 AM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $139
Greyhound US 31h 35m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $140
FlixBus 32h 20m 5:25 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $143
FlixBus 37h 50m 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $153
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Wilmington, NC via Raleigh, NC, you can save more than $27? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      27h 30m
      0
      1:20 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      2:20 PM
      Raleigh, NC
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $84
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • Greyhound US
      3h 5m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Raleigh, NC
      Greyhound Bus Station
      5:50 PM
      Wilmington, NC
      Forden Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $26
    Travel Time is 5h 5m shorter, and you will save $27

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 31h 35m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $115
Greyhound US 26h 5m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 5:50 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $117
Greyhound US 27h 30m 1:20 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 5:50 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $119
FlixBus 32h 20m 5:25 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $128
FlixBus 37h 50m 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $135

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 26h 5m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 5:50 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $114
Greyhound US 31h 35m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $115
Greyhound US 27h 30m 1:20 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 5:50 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $121
FlixBus 32h 20m 5:25 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $135
FlixBus 37h 50m 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:45 PM Wilmington, NC Forden Station  Economy $150

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC is $80 on 9/17/2026. 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.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from Chicago to Wilmington, NC. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Chicago and Wilmington, NC.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 19 buses from Chicago to Wilmington, NC, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Wilmington, NC, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 11 times every day by bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Wilmington, NC starting from $80!

Cheapest Bus $80
Fastest Bus 27h 5m
Earliest Bus 5:25 AM
Latest Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 11 Ø
Distance 746.1 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Wilmington, NC

Every day, 11 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 08/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 08/23
Monday 08/24
Tuesday 08/25
Wednesday 08/26
Thursday 08/27
$126
Friday 08/28
$115
Saturday 08/29
Sunday 08/30
$138
Monday 08/31
Tuesday 09/01
$119
Wednesday 09/02
$114
Thursday 09/03
$98
Friday 09/04
Saturday 09/05
Sunday 09/06
$112
Monday 09/07
$118
Tuesday 09/08
$107
Wednesday 09/09
$84
Thursday 09/10
$94
Friday 09/11
$99
Saturday 09/12
$122
Sunday 09/13
$102
Monday 09/14
Tuesday 09/15
Wednesday 09/16
$104
Thursday 09/17
$80
Friday 09/18
$95
Saturday 09/19

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 $80, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Wilmington, NC. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $95.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Wilmington, NC, with $80. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $128.

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.

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 $80 and takes 27h 5m 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 $80 and $154. 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 11 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 Greyhound US and takes 27h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $122. 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 11:55 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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Chicago to Wilmington, NC?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 11 daily trips between Chicago and Wilmington, NC. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Chicago to Wilmington, NC?

Prices and availability for 11 trips between Chicago and Wilmington, NC change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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