How much does a train ticket cost from Los Angeles to Wilmington?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Wilmington start from £289. The average price for this train route is around £437. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Wilmington?

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Wilmington is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 2364 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Wilmington route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Wilmington departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Los Angeles to Wilmington from £289 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Los Angeles to Wilmington on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	3d 14h	15:42	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	22:00	Union Station	3d 17h	18:53	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	22:00	Union Station	3d 15h	16:46	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	22:00	Union Station	3d 15h	16:38	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	22:00	Union Station	3d 16h	17:47	Wilmington Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Wilmington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 3 days and with fares starting at just £156, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3d Average duration

2353 milesDistance

95kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£156 - £557	Average duration3d	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£289 - £2,214	Average duration2d 21h	CO₂ emissions 347kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Los Angeles, US and Wilmington, DE?

Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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Wilmington, DE

A
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,677 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5677 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 £289

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Wilmington, DE 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 Los Angeles to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Wilmington start from £289. The average price for this train route is around £437. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Wilmington?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Wilmington is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 2364 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Wilmington?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Wilmington departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles, US to Wilmington, DE as early as possible.