Train from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Philadelphia on December 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Wilmington Station
30th Street StationCheapest
Amtrak AcelaTrain
Wilmington Station
30th Street StationFastest
Amtrak AcelaTrain
Wilmington Station
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Wilmington Station
30th Street StationNo tags
Amtrak AcelaTrain
Wilmington Station
30th Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 21 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35train per day
21mAverage Duration
25 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$13 - $35Average Duration45m
1kg CO₂e
Average Price$8 - $325Average Duration21m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA by train

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Philadelphia start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Philadelphia is 21m, covering a distance of 25 miles (40 km). The quickest train can get you there in 17m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

  3. Which train operators service the Wilmington to Philadelphia route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 35 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Philadelphia at 6:14am. And the latest train departs at 11:40pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    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 Philadelphia?

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

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

    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.

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

    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
12/04
$11
12/05
$25
Today
$6
12/07
$6
12/08
$6
12/09
$6
12/10
$6
12/11
$6
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $6

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $312 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-12-07.

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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