How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Atlanta?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Atlanta start from R 2 538. The average price for this train route is around R 2 948. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Atlanta?

The average train journey time from Wilmington to Atlanta is 16h 41m, covering a distance of 1027 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 33m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Atlanta route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Wilmington to Atlanta departs at 16:02. And the latest train departs at 16:10.

Train Wilmington to Atlanta from R 2 829 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Atlanta on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:02	Wilmington Station	16h 41m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:02	Wilmington Station	16h 41m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Atlanta on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:02	Wilmington Station	16h 41m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:02	Wilmington Station	16h 41m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Atlanta on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:02	Wilmington Station	16h 41m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:02	Wilmington Station	16h 41m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Atlanta on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:02	Wilmington Station	16h 41m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:02	Wilmington Station	16h 41m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Atlanta on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:02	Wilmington Station	16h 41m	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:02	Wilmington Station	16h 41m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:31 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Atlanta

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 16 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 538, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

16h 41mAverage duration

1027 kmDistance

93kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 314 - R 5 487	Average duration19h 30m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 538 - R 13 175	Average duration16h 41m	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 R 2 538

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Atlanta, GA 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 Wilmington to Atlanta?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Atlanta start from R 2 538. The average price for this train route is around R 2 948. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Atlanta?
The average train journey time from Wilmington to Atlanta is 16h 41m, covering a distance of 1027 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Atlanta route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Atlanta?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Atlanta departs at 16:02. And the latest train departs at 16:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 4 070

11/12

R 4 932

Today

R 3 398

13/12

R 3 398

14/12

R 3 398

15/12

R 2 829

16/12

R 2 829

17/12

R 4 070

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 829

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 Atlanta, GA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 829 to R 11 382 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 829, which is on 2025-12-15.