How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Washington start from PLN 49. The average price for this train route is around PLN 163. 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 Washington?

The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Washington is 1h 34m, covering a distance of 97 miles (157 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 16m and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators service the Wilmington to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 42 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Washington at 4:44am. And the latest train departs at 11:12pm.

What is the best train operator from Wilmington to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Washington?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Wilmington to Washington?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wilmington to Washington?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Wilmington to Washington from PLN 41 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on April 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:23pm	Wilmington Station	1h 35m	9:58pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	9:40am	Wilmington Station	1h 18m	10:58am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:49am	Wilmington Station	1h 37m	8:26am	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:04am	Wilmington Station	1h 23m	9:27am	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:49am	Wilmington Station	1h 37m	8:26am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on April 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:22pm	Wilmington Station	1h 32m	9:54pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	10:36am	Wilmington Station	1h 20m	11:56am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	4:49am	Wilmington Station	1h 40m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:34am	Wilmington Station	1h 24m	9:58am	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:49am	Wilmington Station	1h 40m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on April 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:24am	Wilmington Station	1h 34m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	10:36am	Wilmington Station	1h 20m	11:56am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	4:49am	Wilmington Station	1h 40m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:36am	Wilmington Station	1h 20m	11:56am	Union Station	No tags
Train	4:49am	Wilmington Station	1h 40m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on April 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:23pm	Wilmington Station	1h 35m	9:58pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:45pm	Wilmington Station	1h 21m	2:06pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	5:11am	Wilmington Station	1h 43m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:46am	Wilmington Station	1h 23m	9:09am	Union Station	No tags
Train	5:11am	Wilmington Station	1h 43m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on April 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:14pm	Wilmington Station	1h 38m	8:52pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:45pm	Wilmington Station	1h 21m	2:06pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	5:11am	Wilmington Station	1h 43m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:46am	Wilmington Station	1h 23m	9:09am	Union Station	No tags
Train	5:11am	Wilmington Station	1h 43m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on April 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:24am	Wilmington Station	1h 34m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:45pm	Wilmington Station	1h 21m	2:06pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	5:11am	Wilmington Station	1h 43m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:46am	Wilmington Station	1h 23m	9:09am	Union Station	No tags
Train	5:11am	Wilmington Station	1h 43m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on April 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:24am	Wilmington Station	1h 34m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:45pm	Wilmington Station	1h 21m	2:06pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	5:11am	Wilmington Station	1h 43m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:46am	Wilmington Station	1h 23m	9:09am	Union Station	No tags
Train	5:11am	Wilmington Station	1h 43m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on May 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:48pm	Wilmington Station	1h 35m	11:23pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:45pm	Wilmington Station	1h 21m	2:06pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	5:11am	Wilmington Station	1h 43m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:46am	Wilmington Station	1h 23m	9:09am	Union Station	No tags
Train	5:11am	Wilmington Station	1h 43m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:03 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 hour 34 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42train per day

1h 34mAverage Duration

97 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePLN 83 - PLN 228	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePLN 49 - PLN 1,288	Average Duration1h 34m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Wilmington, DE and Washington, DC, US?

Wilmington, DE

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Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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Washington, DC, US

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Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5789 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 PLN 49

Amtrak Wilmington Washington recent customer reviews

Enjoyed the journey

Jagannatha R.

August 18, 2025

Good service, on time, etc.

Prem P B.

November 8, 2024

All went smoothly

Rima V.

July 24, 2024

Amtrak Acela

4.5/516 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4.0

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Washington start from PLN 49. The average price for this train route is around PLN 163. 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 Washington?
The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Washington is 1h 34m, covering a distance of 97 miles (157 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 16m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators service the Wilmington to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 42 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Wilmington to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Washington at 4:44am. And the latest train departs at 11:12pm.
What is the best train operator from Wilmington to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Wilmington to Washington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wilmington to Washington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/22

PLN 41

04/23

PLN 64

Today

PLN 105

04/25

PLN 64

04/26

PLN 64

04/27

PLN 41

04/28

PLN 41

04/29

PLN 41

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Apr 22, 2026 with a price of PLN 41

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PLN 41 to PLN 2,130 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 41 which is on 2026-04-27.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.