Next train departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on August 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:39pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 25m	9:04pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 19m	6:06pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	4:59pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 32m	6:31pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	4:47pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 19m	6:06pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	4:59pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 32m	6:31pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	9:23pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 21m	10:44pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:27pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 30m	6:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	9:23pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 21m	10:44pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on August 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:29pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 42m	8:11pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 19m	6:06pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	8:40am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	10:17am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	7:05am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 30m	8:35am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	8:40am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	10:17am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	7:05am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 30m	8:35am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	11:07am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 23m	12:30pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	8:03am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 23m	9:26am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on August 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:40pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	5h 5m	4:45am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 19m	6:06pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	8:40am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	10:17am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	7:05am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 30m	8:35am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	8:40am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	10:17am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	7:05am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 30m	8:35am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	11:07am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 23m	12:30pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	8:03am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 23m	9:26am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on August 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:02pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	2h 14m	12:16am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 19m	6:06pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	8:40am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	10:17am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	7:05am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 30m	8:35am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	8:40am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	10:17am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	7:05am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 30m	8:35am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	11:07am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 23m	12:30pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	8:03am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 23m	9:26am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on August 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:59pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	4h 46m	4:45am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	7:57am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 21m	9:18am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	8:22am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	6:07am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 23m	7:30am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	8:22am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	6:07am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 23m	7:30am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:40am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 42m	12:22pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	7:57am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 21m	9:18am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on August 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:54pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 32m	12:26am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	7:57am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 21m	9:18am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	8:22am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	7:57am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 21m	9:18am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	8:22am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	9:08am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 31m	10:39am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:40am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 42m	12:22pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	9:08am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 31m	10:39am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on August 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:29pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 36m	8:05pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 19m	6:06pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	8:40am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	10:17am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	7:05am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 30m	8:35am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	8:40am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	10:17am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	7:05am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 30m	8:35am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	11:07am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 23m	12:30pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	8:03am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 23m	9:26am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Newark on August 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:59pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	4h 46m	4:45am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 19m	6:06pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	8:40am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	10:17am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	7:05am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 30m	8:35am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	8:40am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 37m	10:17am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	7:05am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 30m	8:35am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	11:07am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 23m	12:30pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	8:03am	Amtrak/SEPTA Station	1h 23m	9:26am	Penn Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Newark

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 1 hour 33 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43train per day

1h 33mAverage Duration

161 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $180	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $562	Average Duration1h 33m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Wilmington, DE and Newark, NJ?

Wilmington, DE

A
Amtrak/SEPTA Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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Newark, NJ

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
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B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,407 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6407 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $19

Amtrak Wilmington Newark recent customer reviews

It was amazing especially the food and the seats nice and peaceful and quiet

Raniya L.

August 19, 2024

Comfort and speed

John N.

May 25, 2023

Amtrak Acela

4.4/519 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi3.4

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ 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 Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Newark start at $19. The average price for this train route is around $94. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Wilmington to Newark?
The average train trip from Wilmington to Newark takes 1h 33m and covers 161 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 12m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Newark route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 43 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Newark?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Newark departs at 6:07am. The latest train departs at 11:59pm.
What is the best train operator from Wilmington to Newark?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Newark?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Wilmington to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Newark?
According to Busbud traveller 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

08-09

$25

08-10

$40

Today

$40

08-12

$40

08-13

$40

08-14

$66

08-15

$40

08-16

$25

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Aug 9, 2026 with a price of $25

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 Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $760 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2026-08-16.

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.