The cheapest and fastest trains from Trenton, NJ to Wilmington, DE
Cheapest price
$0
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trenton, NJ to Wilmington, DE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 5 trains that leave Trenton, NJ for Wilmington, DE on Fri, Dec 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 50 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.










Live departures
Trenton, NJ to Wilmington, DE train times
The table below shows live departures for Trenton, NJ to Wilmington, DE trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
67 Northeast Regional | 5:22 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 4h47 | 10:09 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
111 Northeast Regional | 10:53 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h50 | 11:43 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 11:56 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h53 | 12:49 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 1:04 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h52 | 1:56 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
183 Northeast Regional | 1:28 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h52 | 2:20 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 2:20 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h50 | 3:10 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
185 Northeast Regional | 3:22 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h52 | 4:14 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 4:29 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h52 | 5:21 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
119 Northeast Regional | 5:00 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h54 | 5:54 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 5:30 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h53 | 6:23 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 6:15 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h53 | 7:08 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 6:46 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h51 | 7:37 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
133 Northeast Regional | 7:43 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h51 | 8:34 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 8:01 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h58 | 8:59 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 8:34 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1h02 | 9:36 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 9:02 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h53 | 9:55 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 10:30 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h49 | 11:19 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 19 | |||||
137 Northeast Regional | 12:22 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h50 | 1:12 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:22 AM Trenton, NJ | 4h47 | 5:09 AM Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 12:38 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h52 | 1:30 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:09 AM Trenton, NJ | 3h52 | 5:01 AM Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
175 Northeast Regional | 1:37 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0h53 | 2:30 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Trenton, NJ to Wilmington, DE
Trains from Trenton, NJ to Wilmington, DE run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Trenton, NJ to Wilmington, DE trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Trenton, NJ and Wilmington, DE from $7 (€5). 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 Trenton, NJ to Wilmington, DE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton, NJ to Wilmington, DE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with multiple entry and exit points.
- Settimo Cielo
- 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Trenton Marriott Downtown
- Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites
- Wyndham Garden Trenton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: Platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 409, 601, 606, 608, 609, 611, 619
- Light Rail: River Line
- 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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