The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Charleston Station, Charleston, WV
Cheapest price
$201
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
12 h 23 m
Average duration
12 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
548 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Charleston Station, Charleston, WV is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Charleston Station, Charleston, WV will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $201.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE for Charleston Station, Charleston, WV on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 548 km distance in an average of 12 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 23 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 12 h 23 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 train, flight, and bus for Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Charleston Station, Charleston, WV
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Charleston Station, Charleston, WV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $105. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $105, and a flight costs an average of $402.
Distance: 340 miles (548 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$139 Average price | $112 Average price Cheapest | $416 Average price |
12h 12m Average total duration 11h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 0m Average total duration 15h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration Fastest 5h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Charleston Station, Charleston, WV
Trains from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Charleston Station, Charleston, WV run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 (€95) but you can travel from only $105 (€85) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:45, the last at 13:45. The fastest train covers the 340 miles (548 km) distance in 12h 23m.
Distance 340 miles (548 km) |
Average train duration 11h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€95) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 23m |
First train 13:45 |
Last train 13:45 |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Charleston Station, Charleston, WV trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE and Charleston Station, Charleston, WV from $105 (€85). 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 Station, Wilmington, DE to Charleston Station, Charleston, WV
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Charleston Station, Charleston, WV 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 Charleston Station, Charleston, WV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Charleston Station, Charleston, WV
- 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
