The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmington, DE to Salisbury, NC
Cheapest price
$142
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
12 h
Average duration
12 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
627 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Salisbury, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wilmington, DE to Salisbury, NC will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $142.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wilmington, DE for Salisbury, NC on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 627 km distance in an average of 12 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 12 h 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.


Live departures
Wilmington, DE to Salisbury, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington, DE to Salisbury, NC trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:59 PM Wilmington, DE | 12h00 | 12:59 AM Salisbury, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmington, DE to Salisbury, NC
Trains from Wilmington, DE to Salisbury, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $171 (€137) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 07:28. The fastest train covers the 389 miles (627 km) distance in 9h 23m.
Distance 389 miles (627 km) |
Average train duration 10h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $171 (€137) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 9h 23m |
First train 06:17 |
Last train 07:28 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Wilmington, DE to Salisbury, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wilmington, DE and Salisbury, NC from $171 (€137). 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 Salisbury, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Salisbury, NC 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 Salisbury, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wilmington, DE to Salisbury, NC
- 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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