Cheap train tickets from Wilmington to New Carrollton

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Trip Summary

There are usually 13 daily train trips available from Wilmington to New Carrollton. Traveling by train from Wilmington to New Carrollton usually takes 1 hour and 25 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in 1 hour and 18 minutes.

Distance: 89 mi (144 km)
Fastest train: 1h 18m
Lowest price: MX$112.58
Trains per day: 13
Most frequent service: Amtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines: 4

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Wilmington to New Carrollton Train Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Wilmington to New Carrollton?

There are usually 4 daily bus trips available from Wilmington to New Carrollton.

	Train	Bus
Avg. Price	Avg. PriceMX$1,427.51	Avg. PriceMX$594.80Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips13	Daily Trips4
Duration	Duration1h 25mFaster	Duration4h 34m

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Wilmington to New Carrollton (Based on 3 ratings and reviews)

5.0

Kisha

December 25, 2025 - Visiting family

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: The ride was nice. It was efficient and on time. Easy to get on and off. Nit overly crowded for it to be the holiday. My daughter enjoyed the ride too.

5.0

Jessica

July 15, 2024 - Visiting friends

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: Reasonable price. Very convenient & on time. Cons: Nothing Tips: None

There are several train options that can take you from Wilmington to New Carrollton:

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What is the price of a train ticket from Wilmington to New Carrollton?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Wilmington to New Carrollton was MX$561. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 25 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around MX$1,233.88 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Wilmington to New Carrollton by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Wilmington to New Carrollton will cost between MX$375 and MX$2,627. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Wilmington to New Carrollton by month

Ticket prices for the train from Wilmington to New Carrollton often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in January when the average ticket price is only MX$919. If you're thinking of traveling from Wilmington to New Carrollton during April, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of MX$1,370 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 New Carrollton on Wanderu at least 25 days ahead of time, you can save about MX$1,233.88 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Wilmington to New Carrollton?

There are 4 train lines with service from Wilmington to New Carrollton. Amtrak Northeast Regional is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 11 trains each day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	1	1h 31m	MX$1,131.14
Amtrak Northeast Regional	11	1h 25m	MX$1,545.11
Amtrak Palmetto	1	1h 27m	MX$397.83
Amtrak Vermonter	1	1h 29m	MX$816.37

Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there is 1 Amtrak train from Wilmington to New Carrollton every day, as well as 1 trip on the weekends, with prices starting from MX$206.40.
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 traveling 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 outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 11 daily train trips from Wilmington to New Carrollton, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
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. Traveling from Wilmington to New Carrollton is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power outlets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departure along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of MX$397.83 on the Palmetto.
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 outlets at every seat and extra legroom. You can also grab a bite to eat or enjoy a refreshing beverage from the train’s café. There is 1 Vermonter train traveling from Wilmington to New Carrollton every day, with prices starting from MX$112.58.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Wilmington to New Carrollton

There are 13 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Wilmington to New Carrollton. You can also take a train for your return trip from New Carrollton to Wilmington. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Wilmington to New Carrollton for MX$432.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Wilmington and New Carrollton is approximately 89 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour and 25 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour and 18 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Distance (mi)

Distance (km)

144

The earliest train departs Wilmington at 4:45 AM while the last train of the day leaves at 10:12 PM. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

4:45am

Last train

10:12pm

Trains from Wilmington to New Carrollton are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Wednesday

Least crowded

Sunday

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 honor of rail enthusiast Joe Biden, who often commuted via Amtrak from Wilmington to Washington during his time as a Senator. Buses from Wilmington also connect to cities like New York, Baltimore, and Philadelphia. Since the regional Wilmington Airport does not offer civilian flights, travelers can easily take a bus to the airport in Philadelphia for any air travel out of the area.

New Carrollton

New Carrollton is a small town in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, located about 13 miles northeast of the nation's capital. Much of the city is residential, with services typical for a suburb, including a shopping mall, grocery stores, several restaurants, and so on. A true hidden gem in the area is Greenbelt Park, a forested park with 172 campsites and nine miles of trails perfect for an escape to nature.

A few hotels in New Carrollton and neighboring Lanham welcome D.C. visitors who would rather not pay downtown prices. It's easy to reach D.C. from the New Carrollton station, which connects to the Washington Metro's Orange Line and the MARC trains that serve Maryland. It takes just 11 minutes to reach Union Station in D.C. from New Carrollton on the Metro.

The New Carrollton train station is also a stop for Amtrak trains heading north. The Northeast Regional departing from D.C. makes its first stop in New Carrollton before continuing on to Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. In addition, bus lines provide service to New Carrollton from as far away as Indianapolis or St. Louis. For those who prefer to fly, the nearest major airport is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

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 New Carrollton?

Main arrival station: MARC Station

New Carrollton has one train station.

All train stations in New Carrollton:

MARC Station

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