The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
7 h 44 m
Average duration
7 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wilmington, DE for New Haven, CT on Fri, Mar 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 06 the direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 7 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 44 m .
On Fri, Mar 06 the slowest trains will take 7 h 44 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $66.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$77 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $123 Average price |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT trains for today, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2248 Acela | 2:10 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 3h52 | 6:02 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 2:57 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 4h04 | 7:01 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 3:49 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 3h55 | 7:44 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 Northeast Regional · 486 Valley Flyer | 3:49 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 4h03 | 7:52 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
82 Northeast Regional | 5:05 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 3h56 | 9:01 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
2252 Acela | 5:15 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 3h26 | 8:41 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 5:56 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 3h49 | 9:45 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
140 Northeast Regional | 6:54 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 4h05 | 10:59 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
194 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 7:37 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 5h10 | 12:47 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
194 Northeast Regional | 7:37 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 4h07 | 11:44 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 9:55 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 3h52 | 1:47 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
146 Northeast Regional | 10:54 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 3h43 | 2:37 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, March 5 | |||||
66 Northeast Regional | 4:40 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 7h44 | 12:24 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional · 490 Amtrak Hartford Line | 4:40 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 10h04 | 2:44 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:40 AM Wilmington, DE | 7h44 | 12:24 PM New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT
Trains from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 05:34 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Wilmington, DE and New Haven, CT 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 Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wilmington, DE to New Haven, CT
- 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
- 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
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