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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Wilmington Station | Amtrak Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Wilmington Station | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Charlotte
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5641 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 1 704
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start from R 1 704. The average price for this train route is around R 2 546. 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 Charlotte?
The average train journey time from Wilmington to Charlotte is 11h 57m, covering a distance of 683 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Charlotte route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Charlotte departs at 04:45. 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.
The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 439To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 439 to R 10 362 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 439, which is on 2025-12-15.
