How much is the train ticket from Boston to Wilmington?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Wilmington start at $69. The average price for this train route is around $226. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Boston to Wilmington?

The average train trip from Boston to Wilmington takes 6h 11m and covers 461 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Wilmington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 61 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Wilmington?

The earliest train from Boston to Wilmington departs at 5:05am. The latest train departs at 7:01pm.

What is the best train operator from Boston to Wilmington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Wilmington?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Boston to Wilmington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Wilmington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Boston to Wilmington from $85 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to Wilmington on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	16h 12m	5:09am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 1m	12:30pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 22m	10:27am	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 11m	12:21pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 49m	3:59pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Wilmington on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	16h 12m	5:09am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 1m	12:30pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 22m	10:27am	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 11m	12:21pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 49m	3:59pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Wilmington on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	15h 45m	4:42am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 1m	12:30pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 22m	10:27am	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 11m	12:21pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 49m	3:59pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Wilmington on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	13h 57m	8:42am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	11:19am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 6m	4:25pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	6:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 29m	11:34am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 14m	12:49pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 29m	11:34am	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Wilmington on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:40pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 26m	11:06pm	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	11:19am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 6m	4:25pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 14m	12:49pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 41m	12:56pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 14m	12:49pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Wilmington on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 12m	5:52pm	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 1m	12:30pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 22m	10:27am	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 11m	12:21pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 49m	3:59pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Wilmington on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	16h 12m	5:09am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 1m	12:30pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 22m	10:27am	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 11m	12:21pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 49m	3:59pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Wilmington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 11 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

11h 55mAverage Duration

471 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$62 - $402	Average Duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $1,066	Average Duration6h 11m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Wilmington, DE?

Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Wilmington, DE

A
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Wilmington, DE by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Boston to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Wilmington start at $69. The average price for this train route is around $226. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Boston to Wilmington?
The average train trip from Boston to Wilmington takes 6h 11m and covers 461 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 61 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Wilmington?
The earliest train from Boston to Wilmington departs at 5:05am. The latest train departs at 7:01pm.
What is the best train operator from Boston to Wilmington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Wilmington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Boston to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-30

$582

12-01

$379

Today

$165

12-03

$301

12-04

$200

12-05

$265

12-06

$285

12-07

$379

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $165

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Wilmington, DE, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $165 to $1,344 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $200 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Amtrak Acela 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.