Find coaches from Wilmington, NC to Chicago

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Next departures from Wilmington to Chicago on 6 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Wilmington Bus Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags
Amtrak
Wilmington Bus Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags

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Bus Wilmington, NC to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$144
Average bus trip duration1d 6h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure07:40
Distance746 miles
Latest bus departure16:10

Wilmington to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Wilmington, NC - Chicago

  1. How far is Chicago from Wilmington by coach?

    The journey from Wilmington to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 742 miles (1196 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Chicago from Wilmington without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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01/09
US$142
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US$97
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, NC to Chicago was searched and found on 6 Sept 2025 with a price of US$97

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Wilmington, NC to Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$97 to US$1,007 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, NC to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$97, which is on 2025-09-06.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Wilmington to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Wilmington to Chicago.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Wilmington to Chicago.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Wilmington to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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