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Compare train for Wilmington, DE to Charleston, WV
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, WV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $136. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $136, and a flight costs an average of $424.
Distance: 340 miles (548 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$247 Average price | $424 Average price | $136 Average price Cheapest |
12h 12m Average total duration 11h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration Fastest 6h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 5m Average total duration 20h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, WV:
A bus is $112 (€89) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, WV costing on average $247 (€197).
A bus is $289 (€230) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, WV costing on average $424 (€338).
Other travel options to Charleston, WV take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 42m.
Bus takes on average 20h 35m.
Compare prices and tickets Wilmington, DE to Charleston, WV by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, WV
Trains from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, WV run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $247 (€197) but you can travel from only $136 (€108) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:31, the last at 08:45. The fastest train covers the 340 miles (548 km) distance in 11h 38m.
Distance 340 miles (548 km) |
Average train duration 11h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $247 (€197) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 11h 38m |
First train 8:31 AM |
Last train 8:45 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, WV trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wilmington, DE and Charleston, WV from $136 (€108). 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, DE to Charleston, WV
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to 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, WV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wilmington, DE to 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
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