Train from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on November 28
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
Amtrak AcelaTrain
Wilmington Station
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Wilmington Station
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
86 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$23 - $55Average Duration2h 30m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$13 - $592Average Duration1h 34m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Washington start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $57. 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 Washington?

    The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Washington is 1h 34m, covering a distance of 97 miles (157 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 16m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 38 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 Washington?

    The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Washington at 12:10am. And the latest train departs at 11:17pm.

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

    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 Washington?

    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 Washington?

    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 Washington?

    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
11/25
$17
11/26
$17
Today
$17
11/28
$17
11/29
$17
11/30
$53
12/01
$22
12/02
$11
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $11

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $570 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US 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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