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One passenger / one way

  • Departure time: 18 November at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: 20 November at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 December at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 December at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 December at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 December at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 December at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: University of South Florida
    Arrival time: 3 December at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 December at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Tampa Bus Station
    Arrival time: 3 December at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington (Cape Fear Public Transit)
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to Wilmington

Bus
Average priceUS$98 - US$146Average duration1d 8h
21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$189 - US$241Average duration1d 1h
75kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Tampa to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 8hAverage duration
US$98Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tampa to Wilmington, NC: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$105
Average bus trip duration1d 8h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure09:30
Distance512 miles
Latest bus departure22:35

Tampa to Wilmington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tampa - Wilmington, NC

  1. What's the distance between Tampa and Wilmington by coach?

    The journey from Tampa to Wilmington by coach covers an approximate distance of 511 miles (823 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Tampa to Wilmington without flying?

    To travel from Tampa to Wilmington without flying, you can take the coaches. 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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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Wilmington, NC was searched and found on 7 Sept 2025 with a price of US$95

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Tampa to Wilmington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Tampa to Wilmington will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tampa to Wilmington, NC?

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