The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$194
Average price
$219
Fastest journey
11 h 31 m
Average duration
12 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
683 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $219 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $194.
Of the 2 trains that leave Wilmington, NC for Philadelphia, PA on Fri, May 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 683 km distance in an average of 12 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 31 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 13 h 46 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.
3:20 PM13h46Wilmington, NC5:06 AMPhiladelphia, PA$1941One-way0 transfers
2:20 PM11h31Wilmington, NC1:51 AMPhiladelphia, PA$2451One-way0 transfers
2:20 PM11h31Wilmington, NC1:51 AMPhiladelphia, PA$2451One-way0 transfers
3:20 PM13h46Wilmington, NC5:06 AMPhiladelphia, PA$1941One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, and a flight costs an average of $300.
Distance: 424 miles (683 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$215 Average price | $128 Average price Cheapest | $468 Average price | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 22m Average total duration 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 34m Average total duration 12h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration Fastest 6h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA:
A bus is $87 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $215 (€174).
A bus is $340 (€274) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $468 (€378).
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 52m.
Bus takes on average 12h 4m.
Tickets start at around $215 (€174) compared to roughly $112 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-103.11 (€-83.26). The journey takes 11h 52m versus 7h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6190 AMTRAK · 90 Palmetto | 10:20 AM Wilmington, NC | 11h31 | 9:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
6190 AMTRAK · 90 Palmetto · 66 Northeast Regional | 10:20 AM Wilmington, NC | 13h46 | 12:06 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $159 (€128) but you can travel from only $67 (€54) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 10:20. The fastest train covers the 424 miles (683 km) distance in 11h 31m.
Distance 424 miles (683 km) |
Average train duration 11h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $159 (€128) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 11h 31m |
First train 7:30 AM |
Last train 10:20 AM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wilmington, NC and Philadelphia, PA from $67 (€54). 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, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wilmington, NC to Philadelphia, PA
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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