How much does a train ticket from Wilmington to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from Wilmington to Washington is $42. The best way to find train tickets from Wilmington to Washington 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 Wilmington to Washington?

A train trip between Wilmington and Washington is around 1h 34m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 98 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Wilmington and Washington?

The number of trains from Wilmington to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 43. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Wilmington to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Wilmington to Washington?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American History, United States Capitol.

Train Wilmington to Washington from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Wilmington to Washington on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:52pm	Wilmington Station	1h 33m	9:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:14pm	Wilmington Station	1h 39m	9:53pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:32pm	Wilmington Station	1h 30m	10:02pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:32pm	Wilmington Station	1h 35m	11:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:49pm	Wilmington Station	1h 20m	11:09pm	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

86 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $52	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $346	Average Duration1h 34m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,590 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5590 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 $13

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

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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

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

Stops in Wilmington, DE

A - Wilmington Station

Stops in Washington, DC, US

A - Union Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US by train

How much does a train ticket from Wilmington to Washington cost?
How long is the train trip from Wilmington to Washington?
How many daily trains are there between Wilmington and Washington?
Which train companies travel from Wilmington to Washington?
What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/14

$28

11/15

$17

Today

$53

11/17

$11

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11/19

$11

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$11

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$11

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $11

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 $11 to $471 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 $11 which is on 2025-11-17.