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

Next train departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Washington on 12 December
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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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 hour 34 minutes and with fares starting at just R 225, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37train per day
1h 34mAverage duration
157 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 340 - R 1 144Average duration2h 30m
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 225 - R 10 224Average duration1h 34m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 R 225. The average price for this train route is around R 970. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Washington?

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

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 37 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Washington?

    The earliest train from Wilmington to Washington departs at 00:10. And the latest train departs at 23:32.

  5. Which 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Washington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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
09/12
R 191
10/12
R 191
Today
R 294
12/12
R 191
13/12
R 191
14/12
R 191
15/12
R 191
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R 191
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 191

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 R 191 to R 9 858 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 R 191, which is on 2025-12-12.

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