How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start at $142. The average price for this train route is around $212. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The average train trip from Wilmington to Charlotte takes 11h 57m and covers 683 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Charlotte route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The earliest train from Wilmington to Charlotte departs at 4:45am. The latest train departs at 4:10pm.

Train Wilmington to Charlotte from $136 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:02pm	Wilmington Station	10h 28m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:51 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

14h 5mAverage Duration

685 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$95 - $364	Average Duration14h 5m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$142 - $1,611	Average Duration11h 57m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,609 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5609 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $142

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC 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 Wilmington to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start at $142. The average price for this train route is around $212. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The average train trip from Wilmington to Charlotte takes 11h 57m and covers 683 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Charlotte route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Charlotte departs at 4:45am. The latest train departs at 4:10pm.

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

$203

11-26

$226

Today

$160

11-28

$305

11-29

$380

11-30

$305

12-01

No data

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $160

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 Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $160 to $972 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $305 which is on 2025-11-28.