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Delaware Art Museum
Major regional art museum known for American illustration, Pre-Raphaelite works, and a respected sculpture garden.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 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 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 32 trains that leave Washington Union Station, Washington, DC for Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE on Sun, Jun 14, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
160 Northeast Regional
146 Northeast Regional
166 Northeast Regional
118 Northeast Regional
120 Northeast Regional
2226 NextGen Acela
2274 NextGen Acela
2256 Acela
2222 NextGen Acela
2228 AcelaOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $224.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $453 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE:
A bus is $0.41 (€0.33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE costing on average $28 (€23).
A bus is $426 (€346) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE costing on average $453 (€368).
Other travel options to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE take longer:
Flight takes on average 1h 48m.
Bus takes on average 3h 8m.
The journey is about 35m faster (1h 23m by train vs 1h 58m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($28 (€23) vs $31 (€26)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE trains for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
146 Northeast Regional | 4:16 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h31 | 5:47 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
142 Northeast Regional | 5:21 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h35 | 6:56 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
158 Northeast Regional | 6:15 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h30 | 7:45 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 7:57 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h29 | 9:26 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
124 Northeast Regional | 8:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h38 | 9:58 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
128 Northeast Regional | 9:21 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h31 | 10:52 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h38 | 11:38 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 14 | |||||
160 Northeast Regional | 5:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h29 | 6:49 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 6:14 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h33 | 7:47 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
54 Vermonter | 7:28 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h28 | 8:56 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2248 Acela | 7:48 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h22 | 9:10 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
120 Northeast Regional | 8:03 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h35 | 9:38 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2250 NextGen Acela | 8:38 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h21 | 9:59 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 9:10 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h29 | 10:39 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2256 Acela | 9:38 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h15 | 10:53 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
118 Northeast Regional | 9:58 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h34 | 11:32 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
154 Northeast Regional | 10:18 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h35 | 11:53 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2252 NextGen Acela | 10:53 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h19 | 12:12 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 11:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h30 | 12:55 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
140 Northeast Regional | 12:16 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h31 | 1:47 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
96 Northeast Regional | 1:16 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h33 | 2:49 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
20 Crescent | 2:12 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h32 | 3:44 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 2:31 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h35 | 4:06 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
132 Northeast Regional | 3:06 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h32 | 4:38 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
122 Northeast Regional | 3:41 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1h25 | 5:06 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 10:10 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 regional art museum known for American illustration, Pre-Raphaelite works, and a respected sculpture garden.
Historic industrial museum on the Brandywine, covering the DuPont story with mills, gardens, and riverside grounds.
Well-known museum just north of Wilmington in Chadds Ford, famous for the Wyeth family and Brandywine Valley art.
The city's most popular leisure district, with a scenic riverwalk, public art, event spaces, and easy walking near the station.
Central downtown square surrounded by historic architecture and office towers, useful as a starting point for exploring the city.
Large urban park with river views, bridges, walking paths, and access to the zoo and surrounding cultural sites.
A Mid-Atlantic specialty made with sweet blue crab meat, lightly bound and pan-seared or broiled. It is closely associated with Delaware and nearby Chesapeake waters.
A traditional breakfast staple in Delaware and the surrounding region, made from pork scraps and cornmeal, sliced and fried until crisp. It is a classic local comfort food.
A deli sandwich of cured meats, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and dressing on a long roll. It reflects Wilmington's strong Italian American food culture.
A respected neighborhood bistro offering seasonal American and European-influenced dishes in an intimate, polished setting.
A celebrated downtown restaurant known for modern Italian cooking, creative small plates, and a lively upscale atmosphere.
An established brasserie in Hotel Du Pont serving French-inspired cuisine in an elegant historic dining room near central Wilmington.
Costs are moderate by U.S. standards. Casual meals are affordable, while hotel rates and fine dining can be pricier.
Tip 18-20% at sit-down restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
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Wilmington Station -> Downtown Wilmington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 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.

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