The cheapest and fastest trains from Alexandria, VA to Wilmington, DE
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria, VA 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 Alexandria, VA to Wilmington, DE will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 10 trains that leave Alexandria, VA for Wilmington, DE on Thu, Feb 05, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
66 Northeast Regional
138 Northeast Regional
186 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional
86 Northeast Regional
186 Northeast Regional
66 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional
86 Northeast Regional
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Alexandria, VA to Wilmington, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandria, VA to Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €183.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€31 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €312 Average price |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Alexandria, VA to Wilmington, DE train times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria, VA to Wilmington, DE trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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86 Northeast Regional | 12:52 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h31 | 3:23 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 6:02 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h31 | 8:33 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
40 Floridian+ 2122 Acela | 7:43 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h01 | 11:44 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
40 Floridian · 196 Northeast Regional | 7:43 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h54 | 12:37 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
178 Northeast Regional | 7:52 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h39 | 10:31 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandria, VA to Wilmington, DE
Trains from Alexandria, VA to Wilmington, DE run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 23:04 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Virginia Railway Express from Alexandria, VA to Wilmington, DE trainsAmtrak, Virginia Railway Express trains will get you between Alexandria, VA and Wilmington, DE from $16 (€13). 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 Alexandria, VA to Wilmington, DE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria, VA 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 Alexandria, VA to Wilmington, DE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station building.
- Joe Theismann's Restaurant
- Table Talk Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Hilton Alexandria Old Town
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town
- The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria
- Located in the main hall
- 42 places
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, waiting room, and ticket office
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Metro: King Street-Old Town Metro Station (Blue and Yellow Lines)
- Bus: DASH and Metrobus services available
- 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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