How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Wilmington?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Wilmington start from R 4 395. The average price for this train route is around R 6 949. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Wilmington?

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Wilmington is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 3812 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Wilmington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Wilmington departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Los Angeles to Wilmington from R 4 688 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Wilmington on 21 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 21h	17:52	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 19h	16:06	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 19h	16:06	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 19h	16:06	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 20h	16:53	Wilmington Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:52 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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 3 days, 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 774, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3d Average duration

3795 kmDistance

95kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 774 - R 10 816	Average duration3d	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 395 - R 12 668	Average duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 347kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Los Angeles, US and Wilmington, DE?

Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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Wilmington, DE

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

Amtrak

4/55 759 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 4 395

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Wilmington, DE by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Wilmington start from R 4 395. The average price for this train route is around R 6 949. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Wilmington?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Wilmington is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 3812 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Wilmington?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Wilmington departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 4 951

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R 4 951

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R 6 941

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 22 Feb 2026 with a price of R 4 688

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 688 to R 33 124 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 688, which is on 2026-02-22.