Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC train

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Cheap train tickets from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC

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Cheapest

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

Cheapest
Amtrak
65 Northeast Regional
04:45AM1h44
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
06:29AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$311One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
139 Northeast Regional
11:10PM1h38
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
12:48AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$781One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
57 Vermonter
08:50PM1h45
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
10:35PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$781One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
151 Northeast Regional
06:09AM1h38
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
07:47AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$781One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
165 Northeast Regional
10:03PM1h40
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
11:43PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$1041One-way
0 transfers

Train schedule from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 15
Amtrak
65 Northeast Regional
04:45AM1h44
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
06:29AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
151 Northeast Regional
06:09AM1h38
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
07:47AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
89 Palmetto
07:54AM1h40
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
09:34AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
51 Cardinal
08:40AM1h33
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
10:13AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
79 Carolinian
09:17AM1h29
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
10:46AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
153 Northeast Regional
09:55AM1h38
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
11:33AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2205 Acela
10:32AM1h29
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
12:01PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
103 Northeast Regional
10:43AM1h38
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
12:21PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
155 Northeast Regional
11:03AM1h41
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
12:44PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
143 Northeast Regional
11:44AM1h42
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
01:26PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
121 Northeast Regional
12:19PM1h37
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
01:56PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2271 Acela
12:52PM1h23
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
02:15PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
195 Northeast Regional
12:56PM1h34
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
02:30PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
91 Silver Star
01:05PM1h33
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
02:38PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2263 Acela
01:53PM1h24
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
03:17PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
157 Northeast Regional
01:58PM1h37
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
03:35PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
105 Northeast Regional
02:17PM1h41
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
03:58PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
145 Northeast Regional
02:43PM1h40
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
04:23PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2265 Acela
03:04PM1h30
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
04:34PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
99 Northeast Regional
03:08PM1h36
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
04:44PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2247 Acela
03:47PM1h27
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
05:14PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
161 Northeast Regional
03:55PM1h41
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
05:36PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
19 Crescent
04:19PM1h44
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
06:03PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2253 Acela
04:30PM1h27
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
05:57PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
87 Northeast Regional
04:55PM1h40
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
06:35PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
97 Silver Meteor
05:20PM1h32
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
06:52PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
189 Northeast Regional
05:55PM1h41
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
07:36PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2255 Acela
06:35PM1h31
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
08:06PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
149 Northeast Regional
06:58PM1h45
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
08:43PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2257 Acela
07:39PM1h29
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
09:08PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
135 Northeast Regional
07:57PM1h47
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
09:44PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
107 Northeast Regional
08:20PM1h34
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
09:54PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
57 Vermonter
08:50PM1h45
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
10:35PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
2259 Acela
09:54PM1h29
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
11:23PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
165 Northeast Regional
10:03PM1h40
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
11:43PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers
Amtrak
139 Northeast Regional
11:10PM1h38
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
12:48AMUnion Station, Washington, DC
0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC

Showing times and prices for Sep 15

Fastest Journey

1 h 23 m

Average

1 h 36 m

Trains per day

36

Distance

159 km

Of the 36 trains that leave Wilmington, DE for Washington, DC every day 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Amtrak
2271 Acela
12:52PM1h23
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
02:15PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$2631One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Amtrak
2263 Acela
01:53PM1h24
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
03:17PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$2631One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
2253 Acela
04:30PM1h27
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
05:57PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$2631One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
2247 Acela
03:47PM1h27
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
05:14PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$2631One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
2205 Acela
10:32AM1h29
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
12:01PMUnion Station, Washington, DC
$2631One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC

distanceDistance99 miles (159 km)
durationAverage train duration1 h 33 min
priceAverage train ticket price$35 (€30)
frequencyTrain frequency12 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 12 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersAmtrak or Amtrak Acela

Trains from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC cover the 99 miles (159 km) long journey taking on average 1 h 33 min with our travel partners like Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $13 (€11), but the average price of train tickets is $35 (€30).

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

You can travel by train to Washington, DC from Wilmington, DE with Amtrak and Amtrak Acela for as low as $13 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Acela is Amtrak’s flagship high-speed train service operating services along the Northeast Corridor, connecting major cities like Washington, D. C. Baltimore, Philadelphia, NYC, Providence, and Boston. Acela trains are the fastest in the United States and can reach speeds up to 150 mph (250 km/h). When booking an Acela train to Washington, DC from Wilmington, DE, you can choose between Business Class and First Class. Although each class offers different levels of services and accommodations, amenities in both classes include seat reservations, free Wi-Fi, power outlets, adjustable lighting at every seat, conference tables, large tray tables, and spacious and comfortable seats with extra legroom. Passengers can also purchase food and drinks on the train at Café Acela.

Amtrak Acela from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC train information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 16 min
  • Cheapest Price: $455
  • Amtrak Acela frequency: 7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC

FAQs: Travel by train from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC can start from as little as $13 (€11) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC is $35 (€30); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC is 1 h 33 min   to travel the 99 mile (159 km) long journey, with around there are 12 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC leaves at 10: 47 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC leaves at 11: 15 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC without having to change trains with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. There are 12 direct trains from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Washington, DC. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC.
For the best Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Washington, DC from Wilmington, DE to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 15 PM.
A day trip to Washington, DC from Wilmington, DE is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 33 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC is March.
You have options as you can travel between Wilmington, DE and Washington, DC 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

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