How much does a train ticket from St. Louis to Wilmington cost?

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Wilmington is $235. The best way to find train tickets from St. Louis to Wilmington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from St. Louis to Wilmington?

A train trip between St. Louis and Wilmington is around 1d 11h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 787 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between St. Louis and Wilmington?

The number of trains from St. Louis to Wilmington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Wilmington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Wilmington?

When taking the train from St. Louis to Wilmington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train St. Louis to Wilmington from $314 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Wilmington on October 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:31pm	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:31pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:31pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Wilmington on October 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:41pm	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:31pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:31pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:31pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:41pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Wilmington on October 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 11h	8:30pm	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:31pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 11h	8:30pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:31pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:31pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Wilmington on October 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:47pm	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Wilmington on October 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:53pm	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:38pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:38pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 8h	5:21pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	4:38pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:15 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Wilmington.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$87 - $290	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$230 - $278	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 115kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from St. Louis to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

$87Cheapest ticket

32kgCO₂ emissions

Train St. Louis to Wilmington, DE: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$235

Average train trip duration1d 11h

Number of daily trains3

Earliest train departure8:10am

Distance787 miles (1268 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,514 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5514 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 $230

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

St. Louis to Wilmington Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Wilmington, DE?

Stops in St. Louis

A - Gateway Station

Stops in Wilmington, DE

A - Wilmington Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip St. Louis - Wilmington, DE

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/11

$370

10/12

No data

Today

$364

10/14

$321

10/15

$352

10/16

$314

10/17

$988

10/18

$316

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Oct 16, 2025 with a price of $314

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

You can expect to pay from $314 to $1,875 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $314 which is on 2025-10-16.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Wilmington, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between St. Louis and Wilmington, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from St. Louis to Wilmington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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