How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Richmond start at MAD 286. The average price for this train route is around MAD 757. 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 Richmond?

The average train trip from Wilmington to Richmond takes 4h 53m and covers 291 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Richmond route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Wilmington to Richmond departs at 4:44am. The latest train departs at 5:04pm.

Train Wilmington to Richmond from MAD 266 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Richmond on April 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:11am	Wilmington Station	4h 18m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
10:16am	Wilmington Station	3h 59m	2:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
5:11am	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
1:33pm	Wilmington Station	5h 16m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags
1:33pm	Wilmington Station	5h 16m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Richmond on April 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:11am	Wilmington Station	4h 18m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	10:16am	Wilmington Station	3h 59m	2:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	5:11am	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	10:35am	Wilmington Station	5h 22m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	5:11am	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:49 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Richmond

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 4 hours 53 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 286, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day

4h 53mAverage Duration

291 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 371 - MAD 1,413	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 286 - MAD 7,009	Average Duration4h 53m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Wilmington, DE and Richmond, VA, US?

Wilmington, DE

A
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5789 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 Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 286

Amtrak Wilmington Richmond recent customer reviews

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US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Richmond start at MAD 286. The average price for this train route is around MAD 757. 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 Richmond?
The average train trip from Wilmington to Richmond takes 4h 53m and covers 291 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Richmond route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Richmond?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Richmond departs at 4:44am. The latest train departs at 5:04pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04-20

MAD 1,004

04-21

MAD 559

Today

MAD 559

04-23

MAD 360

04-24

MAD 341

04-25

MAD 341

04-26

MAD 266

04-27

MAD 1,004

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Apr 26, 2026 with a price of MAD 266

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 266 to MAD 3,902 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 266 which is on 2026-04-26.