The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE
Cheapest price
$173
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport News, 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 Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $173.
Of the 1 trains that leave Newport News, VA for Wilmington, DE on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 10 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.
8:51 PM6h10Newport News, VA3:01 AMWilmington, DE$1731One-way0 transfers
8:51 PM6h10Newport News, VA3:01 AMWilmington, DE$1731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $154.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$164 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest |
6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE:
A bus is $113 (€91) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE costing on average $164 (€131).
Other travel options to Wilmington, DE take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 25m.
Live departures
Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE train times
The table below shows live departures for Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:51 PM Newport News, VA | 6h10 | 3:01 AM Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE
Trains from Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $154 (€124) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 17:45. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $154 (€124) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 10m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 5:45 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Newport News, VA and Wilmington, DE from $46 (€37). 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 Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport News, 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 Newport News, VA to Wilmington, DE
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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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