How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Fayetteville?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Fayetteville start from R 1 494. The average price for this train route is around R 2 240. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Fayetteville?

The average train journey time from Wilmington to Fayetteville is 8h 21m, covering a distance of 599 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 21m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Fayetteville route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Wilmington to Fayetteville departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 16:47.

Train Wilmington to Fayetteville from R 1 218 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Fayetteville on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:51	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	16:12	Fayetteville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	07:51	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	16:12	Fayetteville Station	No tags
Train	16:42	Wilmington Station	8h 35m	01:17	Fayetteville Station	No tags
Train	16:42	Wilmington Station	8h 35m	01:17	Fayetteville Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Fayetteville on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:51	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	16:12	Fayetteville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	07:51	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	16:12	Fayetteville Station	No tags
Train	16:42	Wilmington Station	8h 35m	01:17	Fayetteville Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Fayetteville on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:42	Wilmington Station	8h 35m	01:17	Fayetteville Station	Cheapest
Train	07:51	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	16:12	Fayetteville Station	Fastest
Train	07:51	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	16:12	Fayetteville Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Fayetteville on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:51	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	16:12	Fayetteville Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 8:16 PM EST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Fayetteville. The journey takes about 8 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 494, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

8h 21mAverage duration

599 kmDistance

54kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 135 - R 4 281	Average duration14h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 494 - R 17 148	Average duration8h 21m	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5652 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 R 1 494

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Fayetteville, NC by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Fayetteville?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Fayetteville start from R 1 494. The average price for this train route is around R 2 240. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Fayetteville?
The average train journey time from Wilmington to Fayetteville is 8h 21m, covering a distance of 599 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 21m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Fayetteville route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Fayetteville?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Fayetteville departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 16:47.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

14/12

R 2 144

15/12

R 2 144

Today

R 1 424

17/12

R 1 750

18/12

R 2 144

19/12

R 2 624

20/12

R 2 624

21/12

R 2 144

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Fayetteville, NC was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 424

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 Fayetteville, NC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 424 to R 10 152 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Fayetteville, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 750, which is on 2025-12-17.