The cheapest and fastest trains from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
Cheapest price
$155
Average price
$249
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE will cost around $249 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $155.
Of the 20 trains that leave Union Station, New Haven, CT for Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE on Fri, May 08, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 282 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 27 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.
141 Northeast Regional6:12 AM4h02Union Station, New Haven, CT10:14 AMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$1551One-way0 transfers
137 Northeast Regional4:21 PM4h00Union Station, New Haven, CT8:21 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$1921One-way0 transfers
65 Northeast Regional9:10 PM7h36Union Station, New Haven, CT4:46 AMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$1921One-way0 transfers
173 Northeast Regional2:07 PM3h49Union Station, New Haven, CT5:56 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$1921One-way0 transfers
125 Northeast Regional9:35 AM3h56Union Station, New Haven, CT1:31 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$1921One-way0 transfers
2167 Acela3:16 PM3h17Union Station, New Haven, CT6:33 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$4151One-way0 transfers
2159 NextGen Acela11:16 AM3h19Union Station, New Haven, CT2:35 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$2761One-way0 transfers
2155 NextGen Acela9:19 AM3h24Union Station, New Haven, CT12:43 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$2761One-way0 transfers
2163 Acela1:13 PM3h24Union Station, New Haven, CT4:37 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$3311One-way0 transfers
2151 NextGen Acela7:07 AM3h27Union Station, New Haven, CT10:34 AMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$2211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $130.
Distance: 175 miles (282 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$93 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $133 Average price | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 39m Average total duration 10h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE:
A bus is $18 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE costing on average $93 (€74).
A bus is $58 (€47) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE costing on average $133 (€107).
Other travel options to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 39m.
Bus takes on average 10h 9m.
Tickets start at around $93 (€74) compared to roughly $59 (€47) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-33.70 (€-26.93). The journey takes 3h 39m versus 3h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE train times
The table below shows live departures for Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
141 Northeast Regional | 6:12 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h02 | 10:14 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2151 NextGen Acela | 7:07 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h27 | 10:34 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 8:43 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h42 | 12:25 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 9:19 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h24 | 12:43 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 9:35 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h56 | 1:31 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 10:38 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h03 | 2:41 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 10:38 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 6h02 | 4:40 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 11:16 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 5h24 | 4:40 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 19 Crescent | 11:16 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h47 | 4:03 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 transfer | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 11:16 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h19 | 2:35 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 11:58 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h54 | 3:52 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 12:42 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h17 | 4:59 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2163 Acela | 1:13 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h24 | 4:37 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 2:07 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h49 | 5:56 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2167 Acela | 3:16 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h17 | 6:33 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 4:21 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h00 | 8:21 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 4:31 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h03 | 8:34 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 Acela | 5:24 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h32 | 8:56 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 5:55 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h51 | 9:46 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 9:10 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 7h59 | 5:09 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
Trains from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (282 km) distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 175 miles (282 km) |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 10:49 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Union Station, New Haven, CT and Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE from $36 (€29). 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 Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Union Station, New Haven, CT 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- Union League Cafe
- Zinc New Haven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Study at Yale
- Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
- New Haven Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metro-North services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to parking and car rental services
- Bus: CTtransit New Haven routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Acela Express
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven 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
