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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Wilmington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 384, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Newark, NJ and Wilmington, DE?
Newark, NJ
- A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102 - B
Newark Liberty International Airport
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Wilmington start from R 225. The average price for this train route is around R 1 453. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Wilmington?
The average train journey time from Newark to Wilmington is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 162 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 42 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Wilmington?
The earliest train from Newark to Wilmington departs at 04:37. And the latest train departs at 23:42.
Which is the best train operator from Newark to Wilmington?
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 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Wilmington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Newark to Wilmington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Wilmington?
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 Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 191To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 191 to R 10 100 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 485, which is on 2025-12-15.
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.
