How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Wilmington?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Wilmington start from $40. The average price for this train route is around $111. 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 Charlottesville to Wilmington?

The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Wilmington is 4h 43m, covering a distance of 197 miles (318 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 33m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Wilmington route?

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

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

The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Wilmington at 8:55am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

Train Charlottesville to Wilmington from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Wilmington on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:01pm	Charlottesville Station	4h 37m	11:38pm	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:01pm	Charlottesville Station	4h 37m	11:38pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Wilmington on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:01pm	Charlottesville Station	4h 37m	11:38pm	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	4h 38m	1:33pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	4h 38m	1:33pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	5h 13m	4:12pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	5h 13m	4:12pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:19 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville 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 4 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

4h 43mAverage Duration

197 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $129	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $483	Average Duration4h 43m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,649 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5649 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 $40

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Wilmington start from $40. The average price for this train route is around $111. 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 Charlottesville to Wilmington?
The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Wilmington is 4h 43m, covering a distance of 197 miles (318 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlottesville to Wilmington?
The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Wilmington at 8:55am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/13

$106

12/14

$124

Today

$76

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12/17

$124

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12/20

$61

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Dec 20, 2025 with a price of $61

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

You can expect to pay from $61 to $465 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-20.