How much is the train ticket from Newark to Wilmington?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Wilmington start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $63. 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 Newark to Wilmington?

The average train ride duration from Newark to Wilmington is 1h 32m, covering a distance of 101 miles (162 km). The quickest train can get you there in 31m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Newark to Wilmington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 44 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train departs from Newark to Wilmington at 5:06am. And the latest train departs at 11:42pm.

What is the best train operator from Newark to Wilmington?

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 15 reviews.

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

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 Newark to Wilmington?

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 Newark to Wilmington?

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 Newark to Wilmington from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Newark to Wilmington on April 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:41pm	Penn Station	5h 28m	5:09am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	7:35pm	Penn Station	1h 21m	8:56pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	4:41pm	Penn Station	1h 42m	6:23pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	7:35pm	Penn Station	1h 21m	8:56pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	4:41pm	Penn Station	1h 42m	6:23pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Wilmington on April 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03pm	Penn Station	1h 31m	8:34pm	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	1h 18m	8:02am	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	1h 41m	6:47am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	1h 18m	8:02am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	1h 41m	6:47am	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Wilmington on April 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:42pm	Penn Station	5h 4m	4:46am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	1h 18m	8:02am	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	1h 41m	6:47am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	1h 18m	8:02am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	1h 41m	6:47am	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Wilmington on April 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:55am	Penn Station	1h 35m	7:30am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	10:20am	Penn Station	1h 19m	11:39am	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	5:55am	Penn Station	1h 35m	7:30am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	7:09am	Penn Station	1h 23m	8:32am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:19am	Penn Station	1h 38m	7:57am	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Wilmington on April 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:37pm	Penn Station	1h 33m	11:10pm	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	6:24pm	Penn Station	1h 17m	7:41pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	6:19am	Penn Station	1h 38m	7:57am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	9:14am	Penn Station	1h 20m	10:34am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:19am	Penn Station	1h 38m	7:57am	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Wilmington on April 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:41pm	Penn Station	5h 28m	5:09am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	1h 18m	8:02am	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	1h 41m	6:47am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	1h 18m	8:02am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	1h 41m	6:47am	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Wilmington on April 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	1h 41m	6:47am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	1h 18m	8:02am	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	1h 41m	6:47am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	1h 18m	8:02am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	6:01am	Penn Station	1h 34m	7:35am	Wilmington Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:53 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Wilmington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 1 hour 32 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

44train per day

1h 32mAverage Duration

101 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $64	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $606	Average Duration1h 32m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

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

Newark, NJ

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Wilmington, DE

A
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,781 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE 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 Newark to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Wilmington start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $63. 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 Newark to Wilmington?
The average train ride duration from Newark to Wilmington is 1h 32m, covering a distance of 101 miles (162 km). The quickest train can get you there in 31m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Newark to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 44 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Wilmington?
The earliest train departs from Newark to Wilmington at 5:06am. And the latest train departs at 11:42pm.
What is the best train operator from Newark to Wilmington?
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 15 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Wilmington?
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 Newark to Wilmington?
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 Newark to Wilmington?
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

03/30

$61

03/31

$61

Today

$82

04/02

$61

04/03

$61

04/04

$112

04/05

$112

04/06

$17

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Apr 6, 2026 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $586 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2026-04-06.

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.