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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Selma to Wilson per day. The average train journey from Selma to Wilson takes 26 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 24 mi (39 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 26m |
| Lowest price | €5.50 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Carolinian |
| Train lines | 2 |
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Average train ticket prices from Selma to Wilson by month
Which train should you take from Selma to Wilson?
2 train services operate from Selma to Wilson. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Carolinian | 1 | 0h 26m | €9.17 |
| Amtrak Palmetto | 1 | 0h 28m | €7.60 |
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 runs an average of 1 trips per day between Selma and Wilson, all of which include seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car. The average Amtrak Carolinian ticket price for this route is , and the trip usually lasts around 0 hours and 26 minutes.
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 Selma to Wilson 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 departures along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of on the Palmetto.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Selma to Wilson
Trains departing from Selma to Wilson tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Selma at 10:00am and arrives in Wilson within the hour.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Wilson with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Wilson to Selma.
City Information
Wilson
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Link to image attributionWilson, North Carolina, was historically known as the World's Greatest Tobacco Market. The city is located in Wilson County, home to the eponymous Wilson Botanical Gardens, Wilson Rose Garden, and Lake Wilson. The city also offers several attractions to delight history enthusiasts, like the Imagination Station Science & History Museum and the Freeman Round House of African-American History. Catch a game at local Fleming Stadium, or visit off-season to walk through the NC Baseball Museum on-site. Wilson is also known for its wind-powered sculptures in the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park.
Wilson's bars and clubs comprise a fun nightlife and entertainment scene. The city features brewing companies, tequila bars, and wineries so you can have a good time no matter your drink of choice. The best spots for music, shopping, art, and food are in Historic Downtown Wilson.
You can easily travel to Wilson by train or bus from over 30 other cities. Residents and visitors ride the Amtrak Palmetto and Amtrak Carolinian trains or hop on the Tornado Bus, Wanda Coach, and El Expreso Bus. Wilson also features an on-demand micro-transit service called RIDE and is a bicycle-friendly community.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Selma?
Main departure station: 500 E Railroad St
There is one train station in Selma.
All train stations in Selma:
500 E Railroad St
Where is the train station in Wilson?
Main arrival station: 401 E Nash St
Wilson has one train station.
All train stations in Wilson:
401 E Nash St
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