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Cheap train tickets from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia

Showing times and prices for Sep 26

Cheapest

€5

Average

€38

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

10:02PM0h23

Wilmington Station

10:25PM30th Street Station

€51One-way

0 transfers

08:44AM0h22

Wilmington Station

09:06AM30th Street Station

€131One-way

0 transfers

08:04AM0h23

Wilmington Station

08:27AM30th Street Station

€131One-way

0 transfers

08:54PM0h19

Wilmington Station

09:13PM30th Street Station

€641One-way

0 transfers

10:14AM0h19

Wilmington Station

10:33AM30th Street Station

€951One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 26

SEPTA

05:25AM0h47

Wilmington

06:12AMGray 30th Street

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SEPTA

06:16AM0h48

Wilmington

07:04AMGray 30th Street

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Amtrak Northeast Regional

06:23AM0h20

Wilmington

06:43AMPhiladelphia

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SEPTA

07:06AM0h48

Wilmington

07:54AMGray 30th Street

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Amtrak Acela

07:11AM0h19

Wilmington

07:30AMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Acela

07:15AM0h19

Wilmington

07:34AMPhiladelphia

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SEPTA

08:00AM0h50

Wilmington

08:50AMGray 30th Street

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Amtrak Northeast Regional

08:05AM0h22

Wilmington

08:27AMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Acela

08:15AM0h19

Wilmington

08:34AMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Northeast Regional

08:47AM0h20

Wilmington

09:07AMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Acela

09:16AM0h18

Wilmington

09:34AMPhiladelphia

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SEPTA

09:24AM0h48

Wilmington

10:12AMGray 30th Street

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Amtrak

09:36AM0h22

Wilmington

09:58AMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Acela

10:15AM0h19

Wilmington

10:34AMPhiladelphia

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SEPTA

10:16AM0h48

Wilmington

11:04AMGray 30th Street

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Amtrak Northeast Regional

10:23AM0h22

Wilmington

10:45AMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Northeast Regional

10:52AM0h20

Wilmington

11:12AMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Acela

11:12AM0h19

Wilmington

11:31AMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Northeast Regional

11:40AM0h21

Wilmington

12:01PMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Acela

12:15PM0h19

Wilmington

12:34PMPhiladelphia

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SEPTA

12:16PM0h48

Wilmington

01:04PMGray 30th Street

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Amtrak Northeast Regional

12:46PM0h20

Wilmington

01:06PMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Acela

01:11PM0h19

Wilmington

01:30PMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Northeast Regional

01:35PM0h20

Wilmington

01:55PMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Acela

02:11PM0h19

Wilmington

02:30PMPhiladelphia

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SEPTA

02:24PM0h48

Wilmington

03:12PMGray 30th Street

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Amtrak Northeast Regional

02:47PM0h24

Wilmington

03:11PMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Acela

03:11PM0h19

Wilmington

03:30PMPhiladelphia

0 transfers

SEPTA

03:24PM0h48

Wilmington

04:12PMGray 30th Street

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

03:35PM0h19

Wilmington

03:54PMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak

03:50PM0h26

Wilmington

04:16PMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Acela

04:15PM0h19

Wilmington

04:34PMPhiladelphia

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SEPTA

04:21PM0h51

Wilmington

05:12PMGray 30th Street

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Amtrak Northeast Regional

04:37PM0h20

Wilmington

04:57PMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Acela

05:11PM0h19

Wilmington

05:30PMPhiladelphia

0 transfers

SEPTA

05:21PM0h51

Wilmington

06:12PMGray 30th Street

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

05:33PM0h23

Wilmington

05:56PMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Acela

06:11PM0h19

Wilmington

06:30PMPhiladelphia

0 transfers

SEPTA

06:24PM0h48

Wilmington

07:12PMGray 30th Street

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

06:37PM0h20

Wilmington

06:57PMPhiladelphia

0 transfers

SEPTA

07:09PM0h48

Wilmington

07:57PMGray 30th Street

0 transfers

Amtrak Acela

07:11PM0h19

Wilmington

07:30PMPhiladelphia

0 transfers

SEPTA

07:24PM0h48

Wilmington

08:12PMGray 30th Street

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

07:34PM0h24

Wilmington

07:58PMPhiladelphia

0 transfers

SEPTA

08:16PM0h48

Wilmington

09:04PMGray 30th Street

0 transfers

Amtrak Acela

08:19PM0h19

Wilmington

08:38PMPhiladelphia

0 transfers

SEPTA

09:16PM0h48

Wilmington

10:04PMGray 30th Street

0 transfers

Amtrak Acela

09:26PM0h22

Wilmington

09:48PMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak

09:29PM0h22

Wilmington

09:51PMPhiladelphia

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Amtrak Northeast Regional

10:07PM0h24

Wilmington

10:31PMPhiladelphia

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

11:38PM0h26

Wilmington

12:04AMPhiladelphia

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia

	Distance	24 miles (39 km)
	Average train ticket price	$34 (€30)
	Train frequency	45 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 45 direct trains a day
	Train providers	Amtrak or Amtrak

Trains from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia cover the 24 miles (39 km) long route taking on average 27 min with our travel partners like Amtrak or Amtrak. Normally, there are 45 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $34 (€30), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $1 (€1).

Train providers: Amtrak Acela and Amtrak from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia trains

Find the best trains to Philadelphia from Wilmington, DE with Omio's travel partners Amtrak Acela and Amtrak from $1 (€1). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Acela is the flagship high-speed train service from Amtrak, the main train provider in the United States. Acela high-speed trains operate services along the Northeast Corridor, connecting popular destinations like Washington, D. C. Baltimore, Philadelphia, NYC, Providence, and Boston, just to name a few. Amtrak Acela trains are the fastest in the U. S. Reaching speeds up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Known for their superior comfort, Acela trains have spacious and comfortable seats with more legroom than Amtrak’s Coach Class seats. You can choose between booking a Business Class or First Class seat on an Acela train between Wilmington, DE and Philadelphia. In both classes amenities include seat reservations, free Wi-Fi, power outlets, adjustable lighting at every seat, conference tables and large tray tables. Passengers can also purchase food and drinks on the train at Café Acela.

Amtrak Acela from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia train information:

Average Duration: 19 min
Cheapest Price: $1
Amtrak Acela frequency: 13 a day

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains between Wilmington, DE and Philadelphia, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Amtrak from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia train information:

Average Duration: 22 min
Cheapest Price: $1
Amtrak frequency: 2 a day

Trains from Wilmington to Philadelphia

The distance between Wilmington and Philadelphia is roughly 25 miles (40 kilometers). Trains provide the best travel option to enjoy the scenery between the two destinations and at an optimum time ensuring passengers get reliable transport services. A direct train departing from Wilmington will take an average time of about 20 minutes to reach Philadelphia, traveling at speeds of 150 mph (250 kph). Most train companies having a frequency of one train departing the station per hour. A train from Wilmington to Philadelphia is the most efficient and affordable mode of transport offering travelers the most competitive rates. Most train companies have incorporated online booking systems in their operations, having well-established e-ticketing platforms on their websites; booking a ride is easy and fast and takes approximately three minutes. Trains offer a reliable mode of transport since they do not have the burden of traffic snarl-ups that are always synonymous with road transport. This greatly reduces time spent on rides and prevents otherwise avoidable delays, saving travelers a lot of time.

Which train companies travel from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

There are several train companies offering transport services between Wilmington and Philadelphia. Leading the pack and offering reasonably priced rates is Amtrak. Amtrak trains are best known for their wide seats (as they have removed the middle seats), spacious legroom, free WiFi, plug-in power outlets at every seat, big windows, and very generous baggage allowances. The company offers various fare options from Saver, Value, Flexible, Business, and Premium dependent on the budget and the level of comfort that the commuter desires. Rides can be booked as either One Way or Round Trip (inclusive of a return ticket). With the introduction of Multi-Ride Ticket Restricted Trains, commuters can now buy just one ticket to use for several rides within a particular period. These Multi-Ride tickets come either as One-Ten Ride Ticket (ten rides valid for forty-five days) or One-Monthly Ticket (unlimited rides for the whole month). This saves the hustle of having to buy a ticket every day, besides the benefit of a discounted price.

How long is the train ride from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

A train from Wilmington to Philadelphia will roughly take 20 minutes for direct trips. Amtrak trains normally operate at a thirty minute frequency, translating to two trains departing every hour (this usually shifts to three trains during busy times and one train for off-peak hours). With departures spread throughout the day, passengers should readily find a departure that fits their schedule.

How many trains are there from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

The trains begin operations very early in the morning and work till late at night. Amtrak has more than 30 daily rides from Wilmington to Philadelphia alone. Tickets for a train from Wilmington to Philadelphia can be found online at the official Amtrak website. Amtrak offers direct trains from Wilmington to Philadelphia with no changeovers in between that may inconvenience commuters.

What are the departure and arrival stations from Wilmington to Philadelphia?

Departure station: All Amtrak trains from Wilmington to Philadelphia have a common departure station, Wilmington Amtrak Station, which is within Wilmington City (the largest city in the state of Delaware, United States), giving travelers easy access to all the amenities within the city. The station is easily accessible thanks to the two nearby parking lots where passengers can leave their car at a fee. It is worth noting that parking can be reserved in advance. It also has the advantage of an easy drop-off and pick-up spot by the French Street Entrance. DART First State bus service provides efficient public transport up to the station. There is also Merchant Bar just across the street. Station facilities include free WiFi, payphones, Quik-Track kiosks, vending machines and restrooms.

Arrival station: Philadelphia 30th Street Station is the arrival station. It is located seven miles away from the Philadelphia Airport, making a train from Wilmington to Philadelphia a good option for those catching a flight. The distance between the station and the Central Business District is about 20 blocks (25-minute walk). On arrival, commuters have the option to hail a cab, use the many available ride-sharing services or free interchange of Septa. For Septa services, commuters must carry their Amtrak tickets. For public transport, there is Market-Frankford subway or bus route 21. The facilities available at this train station include food courts such as Au Bon Dain and Dunkin's Donuts that offer grab and go coffee and other delicacies. The station also has accessible bathroom stalls and wheelchair access for passengers with limited mobility. There is ample parking space for cars and cabs waiting for commuters. Both stations in Wilmington and Philadelphia are open 24 hours seven days a week.

FAQs: Trains from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia

FAQs: Travel by train from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia.

Cheap train tickets from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia can start from as little as $1 (€1) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia is $34 (€30); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia train time is 27 min covering the 24 mile (39 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia leaves at 5: 25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia leaves at 11: 38 PM.

There are 45 trains a day from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia which require at least one change with Amtrak or Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Philadelphia. Take the fast train with Amtrak from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia.

Take the Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia train with Amtrak or Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip to Philadelphia from Wilmington, DE as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 38 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia by train is December.

However, you have options as you can travel from Wilmington, DE to Philadelphia 2 different ways: bus or train.

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