- Washington to Wilmington trains
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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Wilmington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Wilmington, DE?
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Wilmington start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Wilmington?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Wilmington is 1h 28m, covering a distance of 97 miles (157 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators service the Washington to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 34 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Wilmington?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Wilmington at 4:54am. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Washington 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 Washington 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 most timely service from Washington to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Washington 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.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $11 to $471 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-02.
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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