How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Burlington?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Burlington start from R 1 672. The average price for this train route is around R 3 306. 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 Burlington?

The average train journey time from Wilmington to Burlington is 11h 9m, covering a distance of 561 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Burlington 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 Burlington?

The earliest train from Wilmington to Burlington departs at 08:47. And the latest train departs at 11:55.

Train Wilmington to Burlington from R 1 596 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Burlington on 7 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:40	Wilmington Station	10h 10m	21:50	Burlington Union Station	CheapestFastest
	10:25	Wilmington Station	14h 2m	00:27	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	14:11	Wilmington Station	10h 16m	00:27	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	No tags
	10:25	Wilmington Station	14h 2m	00:27	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	14:11	Wilmington Station	10h 16m	00:27	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:16 AM EST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Burlington. The journey takes about 11 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 672, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

11h 9mAverage duration

561 kmDistance

51kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 363 - R 3 731	Average duration16h 45m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 672 - R 9 912	Average duration11h 9m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Wilmington, DE and Burlington, VT, US?

Wilmington, DE

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Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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Burlington, VT, US

A
Burlington Airport

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5708 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 1 672

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Burlington, VT, US 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 Burlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Burlington start from R 1 672. The average price for this train route is around R 3 306. 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 Burlington?
The average train journey time from Wilmington to Burlington is 11h 9m, covering a distance of 561 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Burlington 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 Burlington?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Burlington departs at 08:47. And the latest train departs at 11:55.

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Burlington, VT, US was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 596

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 Burlington, VT, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 596 to R 10 027 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Burlington, VT, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 596, which is on 2026-01-08.