How much does a cheap train ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte cost?

The average train ticket price from Wilmington to Charlotte is R 2 579. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Wilmington to Charlotte?

A train trip between Wilmington and Charlotte is around 11h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 685 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Wilmington and Charlotte?

The number of trains from Wilmington to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Wilmington to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Wilmington to Charlotte?

When taking the train from Wilmington to Charlotte, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Wilmington to Charlotte from R 1 647 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:59	Wilmington Station	11h 57m	20:56	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	16:10	Wilmington Station	10h 20m	02:30	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	08:59	Wilmington Station	11h 57m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	16:10	Wilmington Station	10h 20m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:51	Wilmington Station	16h 5m	20:56	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	16:10	Wilmington Station	10h 20m	02:30	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	08:59	Wilmington Station	11h 57m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	08:59	Wilmington Station	11h 57m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	16:10	Wilmington Station	10h 20m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	04:51	Wilmington Station	16h 5m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:51	Wilmington Station	16h 5m	20:56	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	16:10	Wilmington Station	10h 20m	02:30	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	08:59	Wilmington Station	11h 57m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	08:59	Wilmington Station	11h 57m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	16:10	Wilmington Station	10h 20m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	04:51	Wilmington Station	16h 5m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:10	Wilmington Station	10h 20m	02:30	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:59	Wilmington Station	11h 57m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	08:59	Wilmington Station	11h 57m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	16:10	Wilmington Station	10h 20m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charlotte on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:59	Wilmington Station	11h 57m	20:56	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	16:10	Wilmington Station	10h 20m	02:30	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	08:59	Wilmington Station	11h 57m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	16:10	Wilmington Station	10h 20m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:41 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 914, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

13h 55mAverage duration

668 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 914 - R 2 999	Average duration13h 55m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 726 - R 5 552	Average duration11h 57m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5582 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 1 726

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Wilmington, DE - Charlotte, NC

How much does a cheap train ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte cost?
The average train ticket price from Wilmington to Charlotte is R 2 579. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Wilmington to Charlotte?
A train trip between Wilmington and Charlotte is around 11h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 685 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Wilmington and Charlotte?
The number of trains from Wilmington to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Wilmington to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Wilmington to Charlotte?
When taking the train from Wilmington to Charlotte, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/11

R 3 066

11/11

R 2 471

Today

R 2 751

13/11

R 3 066

14/11

R 3 715

15/11

R 1 998

16/11

R 2 699

17/11

R 2 471

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 998

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 Charlotte, NC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 998 to R 10 495 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 1 998, which is on 2025-11-15.