The cheapest and fastest trains from Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE
Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$206
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE will cost around $206 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
It's difficult to get from Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE without transferring at least once.
68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional · 151 Northeast Regional
64 Maple Leaf · 67 Northeast Regional
68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional
68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional · 151 Northeast Regional
290 Ethan Allen Express · 137 Northeast Regional
280 Empire Service+
2159 Acela
244 Empire Service · 175 Northeast Regional
232 Empire Service+
2151 Acela
236 Empire Service · 125 Northeast Regional
284 Empire Service · 129 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €196.
Distance: 221 miles (356 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€121 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest | €259 Average price |
4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE train times
The table below shows live departures for Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
290 Ethan Allen Express · 137 Northeast Regional | 7:48 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h24 | 1:12 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
244 Empire Service · 175 Northeast Regional | 9:30 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h00 | 2:30 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 2 | |||||
64 Maple Leaf · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 9h29 | 10:09 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional · 151 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 10h25 | 11:05 AM Newark Station, Newark, DE | 2 transfers | |
68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional · 151 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 10h15 | 10:55 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2 transfers | |
68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 9h29 | 10:09 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
232 Empire Service+ 2151 Acela | 10:25 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h02 | 3:27 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
234 Empire Service · 95 Northeast Regional | 11:50 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h31 | 5:21 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
236 Empire Service · 125 Northeast Regional | 1:15 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h08 | 6:23 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
236 Empire Service · 125 Northeast Regional | 1:15 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h20 | 6:35 PM Newark Station, Newark, DE | 1 transfer | |
280 Empire Service · 93 Northeast Regional | 3:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h43 | 8:48 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
280 Empire Service · 97 Silver Meteor | 3:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 6h31 | 9:36 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
280 Empire Service · 19 Crescent | 3:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h54 | 8:59 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
280 Empire Service+ 2159 Acela | 3:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h26 | 7:31 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
240 Empire Service · 85 Northeast Regional | 4:15 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h40 | 9:55 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE
Trains from Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€68) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 221 miles (356 km) distance in 5h 19m.
Distance 221 miles (356 km) |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€68) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Albany, NY and Wilmington, DE from $45 (€36). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wilmington, DE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Albany, NY to Wilmington, DE
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
- Mikimotos Asian Grill & Sushi Bar
- La Fia Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel du Pont
- Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for Amtrak and SEPTA services
- Bus: Several DART First State bus lines available
- Amtrak: Northeast Corridor services
- SEPTA: Wilmington/Newark Line
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