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About Wilmington
Wilmington is a major city in Delaware, established at the site of the first Swedish settlement in North America. The charming city, at the confluence of the Brandywine River and Christina River, offers easy connections to the lush countryside of Brandywine Valley. Thanks to the venerable du Pont family, who established the DuPont Company in Wilmington in 1802, the city is filled with grand estates and magnificent gardens for visitors to enjoy. The Hagley Museum & Library is the ultimate example. The expansive complex includes the first home of the du Pont family, powder yards from the company's initial gunpowder mill, and a Renaissance-style garden complete with terraces.
To dive deeper into the city's history, check out the Fort Christina State Park, the site of Wilmington's original Swedish settlement nearly 400 years ago. Other popular attractions include the Delaware Art Museum and Brandywine Zoo.
Wilmington is easy to access from most of the mid-Atlantic region and is located between Philadelphia and Washington. In 2011, the city's Amtrak train station was renamed the Joseph R. Biden, Jr., Railroad Station in honour of rail enthusiast Joe Biden, who often commuted via Amtrak from Wilmington to Washington during his time as a Senator. Coaches from Wilmington also connect to cities like New York, Baltimore, and Philadelphia. Since the regional Wilmington Airport does not offer civilian flights, travellers can easily take a coach to the airport in Philadelphia for any air travel out of the area.
Station Information
Popular train stations in Wilmington:
- Amtrak/SEPTA Station
What train companies travel to Wilmington, DE?
Located in Delaware, Wilmington is accessible by train from 109 other cities. You can choose from 573 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Wilmington on Wanderu. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has the most trains on any given day.
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Train companies serving Wilmington
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 47 | 2 hrs, 10 mins | RON 553.78 |
| Amtrak | 278 | 5 hrs, 28 mins | RON 582.57 |
| Amtrak Acela | 11 | 1 hr, 34 mins | RON 983.32 |
| Amtrak Vermonter | 27 | 1 hr, 42 mins | RON 556.41 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 26 | 1 hr, 59 mins | RON 517.10 |
| Amtrak Palmetto | 21 | 1 hr, 38 mins | RON 576.54 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 25 | 2 hrs, 34 mins | RON 695.95 |
| Amtrak Silver Service | 26 | 2 hrs, 28 mins | RON 891.21 |
| Amtrak Cardinal | 16 | 3 hrs, 21 mins | RON 716.66 |
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes travelling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power sockets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. The Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Acela is Amtrak’s flagship high-speed rail service. Connecting 15 cities along the Northeast Corridor of the United States, the Acela is Amtrak’s fastest running passenger train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. Acela trains are equipped with free high-speed internet, power sockets and extra comfortable seats. In addition, all Acela passengers have access to the line’s signature Corridor Café where they can unwind and enjoy a freshly prepared meal with a glass of wine. As it is Amtrak’s most premium service, the average Acela train ticket often costs more than other lines' offerings.
The Vermonter is an Amtrak passenger train that connects St. Albans, VT to Washington, D.C. by way of New York City. The journey is renowned for the beautiful scenic views that it presents as it passes through the Green Mountains and the Berkshires. Aboard the Vermonter, passengers can enjoy free WiFi, power sockets at every seat and extra legroom. You can also grab a bite to eat or enjoy a refreshing beverage from the train’s café.
The Amtrak Carolinian is a passenger train service which connects New York City and Washington, DC to some of the most charming destinations in North Carolina. The Carolinian boasts seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power sockets, and snacks available in the Café car.
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way.
The Crescent is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs from New York to New Orleans by way of Atlanta. As an overnight service, the Crescent offers a variety of amenities and accommodation options. There’s also a café car where you can enjoy freshly prepared meals and a variety of soft and alcoholic beverages. Like all Amtrak trains, the Crescent offers free WiFi, power sockets and extra legroom.
The Silver Service is an Amtrak train line that runs from New York City to Miami, connecting the largest cities in the Mid-Atlantic region with key destinations in the South and many places across the Sunshine State. Two trains, the Silver Meteor and Silver Star, collectively comprise the Silver Service. The trains come equipped with a variety of sleeper cars that travellers taking an overnight train can choose from, as well as a variety of amenities like free WiFi, power sockets, and a café car.
The Amtrak Cardinal is a long distance passenger rail service from New York to Chicago, connecting a total of 31 cities. As one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the Cardinal is a popular train line connecting the Northeast to the Southeast, and offers top-notch comfort thanks to its seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power sockets, and snacks available for purchase in the Cardinal Café.
Which train carrier has the best service to Wilmington?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travellers who booked on Wanderu rave about travelling to Wilmington by train with Amtrak Acela, giving it a 4.9 rating out of 5.
Travellers also mentioned that Amtrak Acela had the most comfortable train service to Wilmington, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak Acela at 4.8 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Wilmington punctually, travellers suggest that Amtrak Northeast Regional has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Wilmington, rating it 4.8 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
RON 28.69 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Wilmington, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Wilmington. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Wilmington was RON 28.69.
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The main train station in Wilmington is Amtrak/SEPTA Station. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Wilmington.
The closest airport to Wilmington is Brandywine Airport (OQN), located 17.5 miles from the city centre of Wilmington.
Wilmington is the most popular train destination in Delaware. Wilmington ranks number 15 among train destinations in the country. Wilmington has the most train connections in Delaware. There are 460 direct train schedules arriving in Wilmington each day.
The population of Wilmington is 71,948. It is the largest city in Delaware. It ranks number 153 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Wilmington, under 60 miles, can cost as little as RON 28.69. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Wilmington starts at RON 28.69. A longer trip by train to Wilmington can be as cheap as RON 133.90. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as RON 28.69.
People who take the train to Wilmington are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent services, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Wilmington easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city centre of Wilmington is Amtrak/SEPTA Station, located just 0.6 miles away. Select Amtrak/SEPTA Station as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Wilmington. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | 1 hr, 27 mins | RON 478.27 |
| New York | 1 hr, 56 mins | RON 802.93 |
| Philadelphia | 21 mins | RON 263.36 |
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