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

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start from £76. The average price for this train route is around £113. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The average train journey time from Wilmington to Charlotte is 11h 57m, covering a distance of 424 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 04:45. And the latest train departs at 16:10.

Train Wilmington to Charlotte from £79 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:02	Wilmington Station	10h 28m	02:30	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:59	Wilmington Station	11h 57m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	08:59	Wilmington Station	11h 57m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	16:02	Wilmington Station	10h 28m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

14h 5mAverage duration

414 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£52 - £253	Average duration14h 5m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£76 - £859	Average duration11h 57m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5641 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £76

US train 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start from £76. The average price for this train route is around £113. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The average train journey time from Wilmington to Charlotte is 11h 57m, covering a distance of 424 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 04:45. And the latest train departs at 16:10.

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£109

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £109

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 £109 to £460 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 £109, which is on 2025-12-15.