How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Wilmington?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Wilmington start from $99. The average price for this train route is around $164. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Wilmington?

The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Wilmington is 10h 41m, covering a distance of 424 miles (683 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 11m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlotte to Wilmington route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Wilmington?

The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Wilmington at 5:31am. And the latest train departs at 6:45am.

Train Charlotte to Wilmington from $94 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Wilmington on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	11h 51m	6:36pm	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	10h 41m	4:12pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	10h 41m	4:12pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	11h 51m	6:36pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Wilmington on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	11h 51m	6:36pm	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	10h 41m	4:12pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	10h 41m	4:12pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	11h 51m	6:36pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:32 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Wilmington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 10 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

10h 41mAverage Duration

424 milesDistance

62kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$67 - $282	Average Duration14h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$99 - $701	Average Duration10h 41m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,733 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5733 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $99

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Wilmington start from $99. The average price for this train route is around $164. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Wilmington?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Wilmington is 10h 41m, covering a distance of 424 miles (683 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Wilmington?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Wilmington at 5:31am. And the latest train departs at 6:45am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/12

$141

01/13

$141

Today

$141

01/15

$141

01/16

$175

01/17

$103

01/18

No data

01/19

No data

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $103

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $103 to $534 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2026-01-17.