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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Wilmington Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Wilmington Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Wilmington Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Wilmington Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Wilmington Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Wilmington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Wilmington, DE?
Boston, MA, US
- A145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- B100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- C700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Wilmington, DE 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 Boston to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Wilmington start from $48. The average price for this train route is around $158. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Wilmington?
The average train ride duration from Boston to Wilmington is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 296 miles (477 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Boston to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 61 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Wilmington?
The earliest train departs from Boston to Wilmington at 5:05am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.
What is the best train operator from Boston to Wilmington?
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Wilmington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Boston to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to Wilmington?
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.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $79To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Wilmington, DE, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $79 to $938 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2025-12-15.
Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
