How much does a train ticket from Wilmington to Raleigh cost?

The average train ticket price from Wilmington to Raleigh is $89. The best way to find train tickets from Wilmington to Raleigh 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 Wilmington to Raleigh?

A train trip between Wilmington and Raleigh is around 8h 41m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 23m. This is the time it takes to travel the 321 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Wilmington and Raleigh?

The number of trains from Wilmington to Raleigh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Wilmington to Raleigh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Wilmington to Raleigh?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Raleigh?

Once in Raleigh, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Contemporary Art Museum, J.C. Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University, North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of History, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.

Train Wilmington to Raleigh from $68 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Wilmington to Raleigh on September 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:45am	Wilmington Station	12h 37m	5:22pm	Union Station	No tags
9:17am	Wilmington Station	8h 5m	5:22pm	Union Station	No tags
9:20am	Wilmington Station	8h 2m	5:22pm	Union Station	No tags
1:05pm	Wilmington Station	7h 52m	8:57pm	Union Station	No tags
11:04am	Wilmington Station	8h 32m	7:36pm	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Raleigh.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $123	Average Duration10h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$63 - $183	Average Duration8h 41m	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Wilmington to Raleigh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

10h 5mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest ticket

12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Wilmington, DE to Raleigh: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$89

Average train trip duration8h 41m

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure4:45am

Distance322 miles (518 km)

Latest train departure11:06am

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,490 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Wilmington to Raleigh Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/27

$109

09/28

$176

Today

$175

09/30

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10/01

$77

10/02

$84

10/03

$110

10/04

$68

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh was searched and found on Oct 4, 2025 with a price of $68

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 Raleigh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $68 to $445 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2025-10-04.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Raleigh, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Wilmington and Raleigh compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Wilmington to Raleigh.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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