Trains tickets from Wilmington, DE to New York City

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Today8 Jul
Tomorrow9 Jul
from US$91
Thu10 Jul
from US$91
Fri11 Jul
from US$31
Sat12 Jul
from US$31
Sun13 Jul
from US$31
Mon14 Jul
from US$19
Tue15 Jul
from US$19

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Station
    Arrival time: 9 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Station
    Arrival time: 9 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Station
    Arrival time: 9 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Station
    Arrival time: 9 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Station
    Arrival time: 9 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to New York City

Bus
Average priceUS$26 - US$83Average duration2h 35m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$13 - US$427Average duration1h 54m
16kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Wilmington to New York City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day
2h 35mAverage duration
US$26Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Wilmington to New York City: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$46
Average train trip duration1h 54m
Number of daily trains33
Earliest train departure06:10
Distance108 miles
Latest train departure23:40

Wilmington to New York City Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Wilmington, DE - New York City

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Wilmington to New York City cost?

    The average train ticket price from Wilmington to New York City is US$46. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Wilmington to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Wilmington to New York City?

    A train trip between Wilmington and New York City is around 1h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 107 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Wilmington and New York City?

    The number of trains from Wilmington to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 33. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Wilmington to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Wilmington to New York City?

    When taking the train from Wilmington to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06/07
US$131
07/07
US$61
Today
US$31
09/07
US$86
10/07
US$86
11/07
US$28
12/07
US$28
13/07
US$28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington to New York City was searched and found on 11 Jul 2025 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$432 for a train ticket from Wilmington to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28, which is on 2025-07-11.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Wilmington and New York City is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in New York City.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to New York City, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Wilmington and New York City, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Wilmington to New York City and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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Train from New York City to Wilmington

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