How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Wilmington?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Wilmington start from $31. The average price for this train route is around $78. 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 Richmond to Wilmington?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to Wilmington is 4h 57m, covering a distance of 180 miles (290 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to Wilmington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Richmond to Wilmington at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 6:21pm.

Train Richmond to Wilmington from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Wilmington on April 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:13pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 27m	7:40pm	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
Train	5:34pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 24m	9:58pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
Train	2:04pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 32m	6:36pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	2:04pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 32m	6:36pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Train	3:13pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 27m	7:40pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Wilmington on April 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:35pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 26m	10:01pm	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	4h 58m	8:50am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 50m	6:42pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	4h 58m	8:50am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 50m	6:42pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Wilmington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

5hAverage Duration

173 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $118	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $416	Average Duration4h 57m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Wilmington, DE?

Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Wilmington, DE

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

Amtrak

4/55,784 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5784 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 $31

Amtrak Richmond Wilmington recent customer reviews

It is timely

Francis Saidy D.

July 10, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Wilmington start from $31. The average price for this train route is around $78. 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 Richmond to Wilmington?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Wilmington is 4h 57m, covering a distance of 180 miles (290 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Wilmington?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Wilmington at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 6:21pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/03

$163

04/04

$106

Today

$143

04/06

No data

04/07

$36

04/08

$59

04/09

$36

04/10

$36

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $442 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-04-07.