The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC
Cheapest price
$280
Average price
$280
Fastest journey
8 h 38 m
Average duration
8 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
526 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC will cost around $280 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $280.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC without transferring at least once.
89 Palmetto · 6189 AMTRAK
89 Palmetto · 6189 AMTRAKTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a train costs an average of €106.
Distance: 326 miles (526 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€120 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest | €96 Average price |
9h 7m Average total duration 8h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC trains for today, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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89 Palmetto · 6189 AMTRAK | 2:59 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h38 | 11:37 PM Wilmington, NC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC
Trains from Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $130 (€106) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 09:15, the last at 09:59. The fastest train covers the 326 miles (526 km) distance in 8h 38m.
Distance 326 miles (526 km) |
Average train duration 8h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $130 (€106) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 38m |
First train 09:15 |
Last train 09:59 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Wilmington, NC from $40 (€32). 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 Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC 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, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Wilmington, NC
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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