Cheap train tickets from Wilmington to Los Angeles

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Trip Summary

There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Wilmington to Los Angeles. Travelling by train from Wilmington to Los Angeles usually takes 3 days, 1 hour and 21 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 2 days, 21 hours and 32 minutes.

Distance: 2369 mi (3813 km)
Fastest train: 69h 32m
Lowest price: US$365.00
Trains per day: 3
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Wilmington to Los Angeles Train Timetable

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There are several train options that can take you from Wilmington to Los Angeles:

Amtrak tickets: US$365 one-way

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What is the price of a train ticket from Wilmington to Los Angeles?

In the last month, train tickets from Wilmington to Los Angeles cost about US$450 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between Wilmington and Los Angeles, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 16 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around US$195.23 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Wilmington to Los Angeles by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Wilmington to Los Angeles will cost between US$354 and US$450. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Wilmington to Los Angeles by month

Ticket prices for the train from Wilmington to Los Angeles often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only US$475. If you're thinking of travelling from Wilmington to Los Angeles during April, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of US$1,375 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in April, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from Wilmington to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 16 days ahead of time, you can save about US$195.23 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Wilmington to Los Angeles?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Wilmington to Los Angeles. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	3	73h 21m	US$566.45

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. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Wilmington to Los Angeles every day, as well as 3 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from US$365.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Wilmington to Los Angeles

There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your hand luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Los Angeles to Wilmington.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Wilmington and Los Angeles is approximately 2,369 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 days, 1 hour and 21 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 days, 21 hours and 32 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

2369

Distance (km)

3813

The earliest train departs Wilmington at 11:33 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:02. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.

First train

11:33am

Last train

4:02pm

Trains from Wilmington to Los Angeles are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Monday

Least crowded

Wednesday

City Information

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.

Los Angeles

Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.

The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several coach and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighbouring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Wilmington?

Main departure station: Amtrak/SEPTA Station

There is one train station in Wilmington.

All train stations in Wilmington:

Amtrak/SEPTA Station

Where is the train station in Los Angeles?

Main arrival station: Union Station

Los Angeles, CA - Union Station - LAXUST-0

Union Station is the main train station in Los Angeles and the largest railway passenger terminal in the Western United States. The station was opened in 1939 and has become one of California’s busiest transport hubs, serving more than 100 thousand passengers per day. Every Amtrak route that goes through Los Angeles stops at Union Station. In addition, the area around the station serves as the main bus stop for several coach carriers that conduct trips in and out of the city. Located in Downtown LA, Union Station offers easy transit connections to other parts of the city via three Metro Rail lines and one Metro Busway line, as well as a shuttle service to LAX airport. Union Station also serves as the main LA hub for six lines of Metrolink, Southern California’s primary commuter rail service.

Train stations in Los Angeles:

Union Station

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