How much is the train ticket from New London to Wilmington?

The cheapest train tickets from New London to Wilmington start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $152. 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 New London to Wilmington?

The average train ride duration from New London to Wilmington is 5h 4m, covering a distance of 213 miles (344 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 33m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the New London to Wilmington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from New London to Wilmington at 6:25am. And the latest train departs at 8:20pm.

Train New London to Wilmington from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New London to Wilmington on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:20pm	New London Station	8h 49m	5:09am	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:20pm	New London Station	8h 49m	5:09am	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for New London to Wilmington on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:20pm	New London Station	8h 49m	5:09am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:45am	New London Station	4h 36m	12:21pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
	Train	7:45am	New London Station	4h 36m	12:21pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	6:30am	New London Station	5h 4m	11:34am	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	9:47am	New London Station	4h 50m	2:37pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

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Get from New London to Wilmington

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 5 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

5h 4mAverage Duration

213 milesDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5751 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 $39

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New London, CT 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 New London to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from New London to Wilmington start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $152. 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 New London to Wilmington?
The average train ride duration from New London to Wilmington is 5h 4m, covering a distance of 213 miles (344 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the New London to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New London to Wilmington?
The earliest train departs from New London to Wilmington at 6:25am. And the latest train departs at 8:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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01/25

$82

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$47

01/28

$47

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The cheapest trip from New London, CT to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $47

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

You can expect to pay from $47 to $679 for a train ticket from New London, CT to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2026-01-28.