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Newark Museum of Art
New Jersey’s largest museum, known for American art, decorative arts, Tibetan galleries, and a planetarium. A strong cultural stop near the airport.
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$153
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ 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 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ will cost around $153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
Of the 9 trains that leave Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE for Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ on Sun, Jun 14, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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.
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96 Northeast RegionalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. 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 $24, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 98 miles (158 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $404 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 34m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ:
A bus is $47 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ costing on average $86 (€70).
A bus is $365 (€296) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ costing on average $404 (€328).
Other travel options to Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 48m.
Flight takes on average 7h 34m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (1h 29m by train vs 1h 45m by car). Tickets start at around $86 (€70) compared to roughly $41 (€33) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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160 Northeast Regional | 6:51 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h30 | 8:21 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 10:41 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h41 | 12:22 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
154 Northeast Regional | 11:55 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h26 | 1:21 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 12:57 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h25 | 2:22 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
140 Northeast Regional | 1:49 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h32 | 3:21 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
96 Northeast Regional | 2:51 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h30 | 4:21 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 4:08 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h30 | 5:38 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
132 Northeast Regional | 4:40 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h42 | 6:22 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:56, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (158 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 98 miles (158 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 11:56 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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New Jersey’s largest museum, known for American art, decorative arts, Tibetan galleries, and a planetarium. A strong cultural stop near the airport.
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Newark’s best-known neighborhood, celebrated for lively streets, multicultural character, and strong local identity.
Revived downtown park with public art, seating, and frequent events, popular for quick visits and city-center views.
A New Jersey breakfast sandwich with griddled pork roll, egg, and cheese on a hard roll. It is a classic regional favorite strongly associated with North Jersey.
A Newark-area specialty made with fried hot dogs, peppers, onions, and potatoes in pizza bread. It reflects the city’s Italian American food culture.
Charcoal-grilled chicken seasoned with garlic, lemon, and chili, influenced by Newark’s large Portuguese community in the Ironbound. It is one of the area’s signature dishes.
A long-established Spanish restaurant in Newark’s Ironbound known for paella, seafood, and classic Iberian dishes in an elegant setting.
A popular Portuguese and Brazilian steakhouse celebrated for rodizio-style meats and robust grilled specialties in a bustling atmosphere.
A famous old-school Spanish and Portuguese dining hall known for generous portions, grilled meats, seafood, and lively traditional atmosphere.
Airport prices are higher than in Newark or New York. Meals, coffee, and convenience items usually cost more inside terminals.
Tip 15-20% at sit-down restaurants. Not expected at grab-and-go counters, but tip jars are common. Round up or tip USD 1-2 for porters, shuttles, or helpful service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ 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, Newark, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
