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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh 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 Wilmington to Raleigh?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Raleigh start at $88. The average price for this train route is around $136. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Wilmington to Raleigh?
The average train trip from Wilmington to Raleigh takes 9h 9m and covers 518 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Raleigh route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Raleigh?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Raleigh departs at 4:45am. The latest train departs at 11:01am.
What is the best train operator from Wilmington to Raleigh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Raleigh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Wilmington to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wilmington to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh was searched and found on Feb 6, 2026 with a price of $101To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $101 to $810 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $101 which is on 2026-02-09.
