The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$266
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE will cost around $266 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 3 trains that leave Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA for Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE on Mon, Dec 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 37 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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
134 Northeast Regional
20 Crescent
66 Northeast Regional
134 Northeast Regional
20 CrescentTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €327.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€73 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest | €327 Average price |
5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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20 Crescent | 3:59 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 4h43 | 8:42 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 4:18 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 4h48 | 9:06 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
156 Northeast Regional · 132 Northeast Regional | 4:18 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 5h20 | 9:38 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
50 Cardinal | 8:44 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 4h46 | 1:30 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
66 Northeast Regional | 12:01 AM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 4h37 | 4:38 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
Trains from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:18, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 4h 37m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€33) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 37m |
First train 15:18 |
Last train 23:01 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA and Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE from $42 (€33). 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 Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, 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 Station, Wilmington, DE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station.
- The Local
- Maya Restaurant
- Public Fish & Oyster
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- Graduate Charlottesville
- Residence Inn by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown
- Omni Charlottesville Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform area for boarding
- Bus: Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) 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
