The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport 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 Newark Liberty International Airport will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 2 trains that leave Wilmington, DE for Newark Liberty International Airport on Fri, May 08, 2 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 157 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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.
1:43 PM1h34Wilmington, DE3:17 PMNewark Liberty International Airport$481One-way0 transfers
10:00 PM1h31Wilmington, DE11:31 PMNewark Liberty International Airport$1581One-way0 transfers
10:00 PM1h31Wilmington, DE11:31 PMNewark Liberty International Airport$1581One-way0 transfers
1:43 PM1h34Wilmington, DE3:17 PMNewark Liberty International Airport$481One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $268.
Distance: 97 miles (157 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $339 Average price | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 51m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport costing on average $70 (€56).
A bus is $303 (€242) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport costing on average $339 (€271).
Other travel options to Newark Liberty International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
Flight takes on average 8h 51m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (1h 29m by train vs 1h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $70 (€56) compared to roughly $38 (€30) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport 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 |
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![]() | 9:37 PM Wilmington, DE | 1h26 | 11:03 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 1:43 PM Wilmington, DE | 1h34 | 3:17 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport
Trains from Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:56, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 11:56 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wilmington, DE and Newark Liberty International Airport from $19 (€15). 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 Newark Liberty International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport 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 Newark Liberty International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport
- 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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