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

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Los Angeles start from R 5 783. The average price for this train route is around R 7 483. 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 Los Angeles?

The average train journey time from Wilmington to Los Angeles is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 3812 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Wilmington to Los Angeles departs at 08:45. And the latest train departs at 16:02.

Train Wilmington to Los Angeles from R 3 942 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Los Angeles on 17 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:50	Wilmington Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:55	Wilmington Station	2d 22h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:50	Wilmington Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:50	Wilmington Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:55	Wilmington Station	2d 22h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Los Angeles on 18 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:45	Wilmington Station	3d 2h	07:57	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:55	Wilmington Station	2d 22h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
Train	08:45	Wilmington Station	3d 2h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:50	Wilmington Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:50	Wilmington Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 1:35 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 23 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 934, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

2d 23hAverage duration

3795 kmDistance

95kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 934 - R 10 645	Average duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 5 783 - R 53 700	Average duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 347kg CO₂e

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

Wilmington, DE

A
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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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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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 5 783

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Los Angeles start from R 5 783. The average price for this train route is around R 7 483. 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 Los Angeles?
The average train journey time from Wilmington to Los Angeles is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 3812 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Los Angeles?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Los Angeles departs at 08:45. And the latest train departs at 16:02.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

15/02

R 24 619

16/02

R 8 163

Today

R 6 636

18/02

R 5 568

19/02

R 6 636

20/02

R 6 258

21/02

No data

22/02

R 7 490

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 18 Feb 2026 with a price of R 5 568

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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 5 568 to R 34 818 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 568, which is on 2026-02-18.