How much is the train ticket from Hartford to Wilmington?

The cheapest train tickets from Hartford to Wilmington start at $64. The average price for this train route is around $255. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Hartford to Wilmington?

The average train trip from Hartford to Wilmington takes 5h 13m and covers 331 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 42m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Hartford to Wilmington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hartford to Wilmington?

The earliest train from Hartford to Wilmington departs at 4:51am. The latest train departs at 8:14pm.

Train Hartford to Wilmington from $60 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Hartford to Wilmington on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:06am	Harford Union Station	5h 31m	2:37pm	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	11:08am	Harford Union Station	4h 47m	3:55pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	6:24am	Harford Union Station	5h 16m	11:40am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:24am	Harford Union Station	5h 16m	11:40am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	9:06am	Harford Union Station	5h 31m	2:37pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Hartford to Wilmington on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:14pm	Harford Union Station	8h 55m	5:09am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	7:39am	Harford Union Station	4h 42m	12:21pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	4:51am	Harford Union Station	5h 19m	10:10am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	4:51am	Harford Union Station	5h 19m	10:10am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	8:12am	Harford Union Station	5h 11m	1:23pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Hartford to Wilmington on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:51am	Harford Union Station	5h 19m	10:10am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	7:39am	Harford Union Station	4h 42m	12:21pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	4:51am	Harford Union Station	5h 19m	10:10am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	8:12am	Harford Union Station	5h 11m	1:23pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	8:12am	Harford Union Station	5h 11m	1:23pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Hartford to Wilmington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

8hAverage Duration

331 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $335	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$64 - $1,118	Average Duration5h 13m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hartford, CT and Wilmington, DE?

Hartford, CT

A
Harford Union Station
1 Union PL, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
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Wilmington, DE

A
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $64

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hartford, CT to Wilmington, DE by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Hartford to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Hartford to Wilmington start at $64. The average price for this train route is around $255. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Hartford to Wilmington?
The average train trip from Hartford to Wilmington takes 5h 13m and covers 331 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Hartford to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hartford to Wilmington?
The earliest train from Hartford to Wilmington departs at 4:51am. The latest train departs at 8:14pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$108

12-11

$151

Today

$151

12-13

$108

12-14

No data

12-15

$115

12-16

$60

12-17

$198

The cheapest trip from Hartford, CT to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $60

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hartford, CT to Wilmington, DE, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $60 to $427 for a train ticket from Hartford, CT to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2025-12-16.