Train from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Wilmington to New Haven on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Wilmington Station
Union StationCheapest
Amtrak AcelaTrain
Wilmington Station
Union StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Wilmington Station
Union StationNo tags
NextGen AcelaTrain
Wilmington Station
Union StationNo tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
Train
Wilmington Station
State Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to New Haven

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Haven. The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 678, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
8h 50mAverage duration
300 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 678 - R 3 677Average duration8h 50m
7kg CO₂e
Average priceR 602 - R 10 494Average duration4h 6m
26kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to New Haven?

    The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to New Haven start from R 602. The average price for this train route is around R 2 545. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Wilmington to New Haven?

    The average train journey time from Wilmington to New Haven is 4h 6m, covering a distance of 283 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

  3. Which train operators serve the Wilmington to New Haven route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 28 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to New Haven?

    The earliest train from Wilmington to New Haven departs at 06:28. And the latest train departs at 23:40.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Wilmington to New Haven?

    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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to New Haven?

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

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to New Haven?

    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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wilmington to New Haven?

    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
30/11
R 2 911
01/12
R 1 246
Today
R 877
03/12
R 877
04/12
R 719
05/12
R 877
06/12
R 719
07/12
R 877
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 719

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

You can expect to pay from R 719 to R 10 803 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 719, 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.

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