How much does a cheap train ticket from New York City to Wilmington cost?

The average train ticket price from New York City to Wilmington is R 1 131. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York City to Wilmington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from New York City to Wilmington?

A train trip between New York City and Wilmington is around 1h 48m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 24m. This is the time it takes to travel the 172 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between New York City and Wilmington?

The number of trains from New York City to Wilmington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 41. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from New York City to Wilmington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from New York City to Wilmington?

When taking the train from New York City to Wilmington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Train New York City to Wilmington from R 194 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from New York City to Wilmington on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	5h 25m	04:48	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 29m	16:29	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	15:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 29m	16:29	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	15:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 56m	17:01	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	15:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 56m	17:01	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	17:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 44m	18:44	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	16:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 55m	18:00	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	17:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 44m	18:44	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Wilmington on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 7m	16:07	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	08:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 31m	09:31	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	06:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 47m	07:49	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 31m	09:31	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	06:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 47m	07:49	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	09:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 36m	10:36	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	07:04	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 52m	08:56	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	09:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 36m	10:36	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Wilmington on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 7m	16:07	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	12:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 25m	13:46	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	06:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 47m	07:49	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	09:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 36m	10:36	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	06:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 47m	07:49	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	09:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 36m	10:36	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	06:40	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 2m	08:42	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	11:20	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 36m	12:56	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Wilmington on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 45m	15:34	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 29m	16:29	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 1m	06:51	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 38m	07:03	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 1m	06:51	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 38m	07:03	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 47m	07:32	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	06:27	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 37m	08:04	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Wilmington on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 1m	06:51	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 29m	16:29	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 1m	06:51	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 38m	07:03	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 38m	07:03	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 47m	07:32	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 47m	07:32	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	06:27	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 37m	08:04	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Wilmington on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 1m	06:51	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 29m	16:29	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 1m	06:51	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 38m	07:03	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 38m	07:03	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 47m	07:32	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 47m	07:32	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	06:27	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 37m	08:04	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Wilmington on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 1m	06:51	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 29m	16:29	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 1m	06:51	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 38m	07:03	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 38m	07:03	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 47m	07:32	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 47m	07:32	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	06:27	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 37m	08:04	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Wilmington on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 54m	13:29	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 29m	16:29	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 1m	06:51	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 38m	07:03	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 1m	06:51	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 38m	07:03	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 47m	07:32	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	06:27	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 37m	08:04	Wilmington Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City 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 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 399, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

2h 45mAverage duration

174 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 399 - R 2 156	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 229 - R 7 151	Average duration1h 48m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

According to 12 reviews, Amtrak received a 4.6-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the value for money. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 229

Amtrak New York City Wilmington recent customer reviews

On time and not crowded

Rainbow R.

7 September 2024

All was good

Laila A.

8 July 2024

The trip was great

Stacian W.

13 April 2024

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi4

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

Where are the popular train stations and stops in New York City and Wilmington, DE?

Stops in New York City

A - Penn Station

Stops in Wilmington, DE

A - Wilmington Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Wilmington, DE

How much does a cheap train ticket from New York City to Wilmington cost?
The average train ticket price from New York City to Wilmington is R 1 131. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York City to Wilmington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from New York City to Wilmington?
A train trip between New York City and Wilmington is around 1h 48m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 24m. This is the time it takes to travel the 172 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between New York City and Wilmington?
The number of trains from New York City to Wilmington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 41. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from New York City to Wilmington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from New York City to Wilmington?
When taking the train from New York City to Wilmington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

R 1 512

13/11

R 2 004

Today

R 1 072

15/11

R 1 512

16/11

R 1 512

17/11

R 756

18/11

R 493

19/11

R 299

The cheapest trip from New York City to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 299

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

You can expect to pay from R 299 to R 10 351 for a train ticket from New York City to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 299, which is on 2025-11-19.

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.