How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Fayetteville?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Fayetteville start from $75. The average price for this train route is around $131. 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 Wilmington to Fayetteville?

The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Fayetteville is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 371 miles (599 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 21m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Wilmington to Fayetteville 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 Wilmington to Fayetteville?

The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Fayetteville at 7:51am. And the latest train departs at 4:47pm.

Train Wilmington to Fayetteville from $71 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Fayetteville on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:42pm	Wilmington Station	8h 35m	1:17am	Fayetteville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:42pm	Wilmington Station	8h 35m	1:17am	Fayetteville Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Fayetteville on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:51am	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	4:12pm	Fayetteville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:51am	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	4:12pm	Fayetteville Station	No tags
Train	4:42pm	Wilmington Station	8h 35m	1:17am	Fayetteville Station	No tags
Train	4:42pm	Wilmington Station	8h 35m	1:17am	Fayetteville Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Fayetteville on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:51am	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	4:12pm	Fayetteville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:51am	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	4:12pm	Fayetteville Station	No tags
Train	4:42pm	Wilmington Station	8h 35m	1:17am	Fayetteville Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Fayetteville on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:42pm	Wilmington Station	8h 35m	1:17am	Fayetteville Station	Cheapest
Train	7:51am	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	4:12pm	Fayetteville Station	Fastest
Train	7:51am	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	4:12pm	Fayetteville Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Fayetteville on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:51am	Wilmington Station	8h 21m	4:12pm	Fayetteville Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:40 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Fayetteville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Fayetteville. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

371 milesDistance

54kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$63 - $250	Average Duration14h 40m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$75 - $1,000	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5648 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 $75

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Fayetteville, NC 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 Wilmington to Fayetteville?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Fayetteville start from $75. The average price for this train route is around $131. 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 Wilmington to Fayetteville?
The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Fayetteville is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 371 miles (599 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 21m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Wilmington to Fayetteville 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 Wilmington to Fayetteville?
The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Fayetteville at 7:51am. And the latest train departs at 4:47pm.

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

$125

12/14

$125

Today

$125

12/16

$102

12/17

$102

12/18

$125

12/19

$153

12/20

$153

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Fayetteville, NC was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $102

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 Fayetteville, NC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $102 to $592 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Fayetteville, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $102 which is on 2025-12-16.