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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE

Showing times and prices for Jul 11

Cheapest price

$108

Average price

$237

Fastest journey

2 h 25 m

Average duration

2 h 29 m

Trains per day

Distance

224 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stamford, CT 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 Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE will cost around $237 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Stamford, CT for Wilmington, DE on Fri, Jul 11, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 224 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 25 m .

On Fri, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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.

05:28PM3h02

Stamford, CT

08:30PMWilmington, DE

$1081One-way

0 transfers

07:04AM3h01

Stamford, CT

10:05AMWilmington, DE

$2691One-way

0 transfers

09:30AM2h51

Stamford, CT

12:21PMWilmington, DE

$2691One-way

0 transfers

10:25AM2h58

Stamford, CT

01:23PMWilmington, DE

$2691One-way

0 transfers

11:27AM3h10

Stamford, CT

02:37PMWilmington, DE

$2691One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE

USA

Trains from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€77) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

138 miles (223 km)

Average train duration

2h 48m

Cheapest ticket price

$96 (€77)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 25m

First train

06:10

Last train

23:40

Price information

Train Providers: Amtrak Acela, Amtrak from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE

Amtrak Acela

About

Amtrak Acela is a high-speed train service operated by Amtrak, the national rail operator of the United States. It operates along the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D.C. and Boston, Massachusetts, with stops in major cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, and New York City. The Acela Express is the fastest train in the Amtrak fleet, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The most popular routes for Amtrak Acela are Washington, D.C. to New York City, New York City to Boston, and Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Learn more about Amtrak Acela

Luggage & cancellation policy

Luggage included

2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing

Refund

Full refund if train is canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars

Seat reservation

Coach Class: Not included, can be purchased. Business/First Class: Included

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations

Pets

Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free

Quiet zone

Amtrak

About

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Learn more about Amtrak

Luggage & cancellation policy

Luggage included

2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing

Refund

Full refund if train is canceled by Amtrak

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars

Seat reservation

Included in ticket price for Business and First Class. Optional fee for Coach Class

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations

Pets

Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free

Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE

FAQs: Travel by train from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE.

Cheap train tickets from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE can start from as little as $76 (€61) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE is $76 (€61); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE train time is 7 h 14 min covering the 138 mile (223 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE leaves at 5: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE leaves at 11: 40 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE without having to change trains with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. There are 19 direct trains from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Wilmington, DE. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE.

For the journey from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE you can take a train with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 40 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Wilmington, DE from Stamford, CT including taking a train, flight or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Stamford, CT to Wilmington, DE

Stamford

Wilmington

The major train station for departures in Stamford is Stamford Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stamford Station for your trip from Stamford to Wilmington.

Stamford Station Wifi