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Delaware Art Museum
Major art museum known for its Pre-Raphaelite collection, American illustration, and sculpture garden. A strong cultural stop near central Wilmington.









Cheapest price
$133
Average price
$231
Fastest journey
1h 34m
Average duration
2h 7m
Trains per day
9
Distance
173 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penn Station, New York, NY to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $180.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$69 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $459 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration 6h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Penn Station, New York, NY to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penn Station, New York, NY to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE costing on average $69 (€57).
A bus is $416 (€342) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Penn Station, New York, NY to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE costing on average $459 (€377).
Other travel options to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 12m.
Flight takes on average 6h 36m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (1h 43m by train vs 1h 59m by car). Tickets start at around $69 (€57) compared to roughly $44 (€36) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Penn Station, New York, NY to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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2167 Acela | 5:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h35 | 6:35 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
193 Northeast Regional | 5:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h56 | 7:23 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
197 Northeast Regional | 6:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h45 | 7:53 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 6:25 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h47 | 8:12 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 6:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h45 | 8:30 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 Acela | 7:18 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h34 | 8:52 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 7:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h50 | 9:42 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2131 NextGen Acela | 8:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h34 | 9:34 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 11:23 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 5h19 | 4:42 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
109 Northeast Regional | 5:35 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h51 | 7:26 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 6:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h51 | 7:53 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 7:04 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h14 | 9:18 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2207 NextGen Acela | 7:09 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h32 | 8:41 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
101 Northeast Regional | 7:49 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h48 | 9:37 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 8:05 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h48 | 9:53 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
103 Northeast Regional | 8:49 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h51 | 10:40 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2211 NextGen Acela | 9:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h37 | 10:37 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
155 Northeast Regional | 9:05 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h54 | 10:59 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 9:47 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h53 | 11:40 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
127 Northeast Regional | 10:08 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h54 | 12:02 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 11:05 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h44 | 12:49 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2255 NextGen Acela | 11:20 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h41 | 1:01 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 12:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h51 | 2:41 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 1:17 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h52 | 3:09 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2259 NextGen Acela | 1:22 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h35 | 2:57 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 2:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h59 | 3:59 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 2:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h52 | 3:57 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2219 NextGen Acela | 2:18 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h40 | 3:58 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 2:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h10 | 4:40 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 3:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h51 | 4:55 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2265 NextGen Acela | 3:20 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h37 | 4:57 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 4:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h48 | 5:53 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Discover the best of Wilmington Station — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wilmington Station trip today.
Major art museum known for its Pre-Raphaelite collection, American illustration, and sculpture garden. A strong cultural stop near central Wilmington.
Industrial-history museum on the original DuPont gunpowder works site, with riverside grounds, mills, and restored workers' community areas.
Celebrated museum of American decorative arts set within a vast garden estate. A premier heritage attraction just outside central Wilmington.
Revitalized waterfront district with walking paths, public art, and event spaces. One of the city's most popular leisure areas.
Large urban park along the Brandywine with trails, bridges, and scenic green space close to downtown attractions.
Hilly park popular for picnics, skyline views, and the landmark Rockford Tower. A favorite for casual walks and photos.
A Mid-Atlantic breakfast staple made from pork scraps and cornmeal, sliced and pan-fried. It is especially associated with Delaware and nearby Pennsylvania.
Sweet local crab served steamed, picked into cakes, or in soups. Delaware’s coastal and bay food culture makes crab a classic regional choice.
Pan-seared or broiled cakes made with lump crab meat and light seasoning. A signature dish across Delaware and the Chesapeake region.
A highly regarded downtown Wilmington restaurant known for modern Italian cooking, creative small plates, and a lively upscale atmosphere.
A long-established Wilmington favorite for steaks, seafood, and classic American dining in a traditional upscale setting.
An elegant French brasserie inside the Hotel Du Pont, known for polished service, classic technique, and a refined historic setting.
Costs are moderate by U.S. Northeast standards. Casual meals are fairly priced, but hotels and fine dining can be costly.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5 as appropriate.
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Wilmington Station -> Rodney Square, Wilmington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penn Station, New York, NY 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.

Most Penn Station, New York, NY to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE trains use the Penn Station to Wilmington Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Penn Station, New York, NY and Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
Wilmington Station is 1 km from Wilmington city centre. Public transport options include:
Wilmington Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Mikimotos Asian Grill & Sushi Bar, La Fia Bistro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wilmington Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wilmington Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wilmington Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wilmington Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wilmington Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel du Pont, Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown.
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