How much does a train ticket cost from Raleigh to Wilmington?

The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Wilmington start from £56. The average price for this train route is around £87. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Raleigh to Wilmington?

The average train journey time from Raleigh to Wilmington is 9h 27m, covering a distance of 321 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8h 23m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Raleigh to Wilmington route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Raleigh to Wilmington departs at 09:17. And the latest train departs at 10:13.

Train Raleigh to Wilmington from £53 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 15 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 23m	18:36	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 23m	18:36	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 23m	19:40	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 23m	19:40	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 23m	19:40	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 16 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 23m	18:36	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 23m	18:36	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 23m	19:40	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 23m	19:40	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 23m	19:40	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 17 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 23m	18:36	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 23m	18:36	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	8h 57m	18:14	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	8h 57m	18:14	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 23m	19:40	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 18 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 23m	18:36	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 23m	18:36	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	8h 57m	18:14	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	8h 57m	18:14	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 23m	19:40	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 19 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 23m	18:36	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 23m	18:36	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	8h 57m	18:14	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	8h 57m	18:14	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 23m	19:40	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Wilmington on 20 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 23m	18:36	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 23m	18:36	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	8h 57m	18:14	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	8h 57m	18:14	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 23m	19:40	Wilmington Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:22 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh 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 11 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

11h 15mAverage duration

309 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£37 - £116	Average duration11h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£56 - £304	Average duration9h 27m	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,759 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5759 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 £56

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

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

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Raleigh to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Wilmington start from £56. The average price for this train route is around £87. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Raleigh to Wilmington?
The average train journey time from Raleigh to Wilmington is 9h 27m, covering a distance of 321 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Raleigh to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Raleigh to Wilmington?
The earliest train from Raleigh to Wilmington departs at 09:17. And the latest train departs at 10:13.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/02

£74

12/02

£64

Today

£172

14/02

£83

15/02

£115

16/02

£64

17/02

£83

18/02

£64

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 12 Feb 2026 with a price of £64

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

You can expect to pay from £64 to £401 for a train ticket from Raleigh to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £64, which is on 2026-02-16.