The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Wilmington, NC
Cheapest price
$280
Average price
$280
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
12 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
801 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Wilmington, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Wilmington, NC will cost around $280 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $280.
Of the 1 trains that leave New York, NY for Wilmington, NC on Thu, Nov 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct trains cover the 801 km distance in an average of 12 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest trains will take 12 h 35 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for New York, NY to Wilmington, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Wilmington, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €71, and a flight costs an average of €183.
Distance: 497 miles (801 km)
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€229 Average price | €280 Average price | €123 Average price Cheapest |
13h 4m Average total duration 12h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 0m Average total duration 13h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New York, NY to Wilmington, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Wilmington, NC trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:02 AM New York, NY | 12h35 | 10:37 PM Wilmington, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Wilmington, NC
Trains from New York, NY to Wilmington, NC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $179 (€145) but you can travel from only $87 (€71) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 09:15. The fastest train covers the 497 miles (801 km) distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 497 miles (801 km) |
Average train duration 12h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $179 (€145) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 12h 35m |
First train 05:59 |
Last train 09:15 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to Wilmington, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and Wilmington, NC from $87 (€71). 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 New York, NY to Wilmington, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Wilmington, NC 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, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Wilmington, NC
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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