- Must visit
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
Leading decorative arts museum with richly furnished period rooms, gardens and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£325
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£413
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
5 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
5 h 34 m
Trains on 07 Sept
28
Distance
475 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Wilmington, DE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Wilmington, DE will cost around £413 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £325.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 28 trains from Boston, MA to Wilmington, DE, including 24 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 475 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 42 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
195 Northeast Regional · 145 Northeast Regional
195 Northeast Regional · 145 Northeast Regional
99 Northeast Regional
149 Northeast Regional
195 Northeast Regional
2267 Acela
2267 Acela
2259 NextGen Acela
2255 NextGen Acela
2259 NextGen AcelaOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a flight costs an average of £129.
Distance: 475 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£78 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £129 Average Price |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Wilmington, DE:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Wilmington, DE costing on average £78.
A coach is £78 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Wilmington, DE costing on average £129.
Other travel options to Wilmington, DE take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 20m.
Coach takes on average 7h 47m.
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Wilmington, DE trains for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
65 Northeast Regional | 18:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 9h57 | 4:42 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 18:51 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 9h51 | 4:42 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
195 Northeast Regional | 6:35 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h14 | 12:49 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
195 Northeast Regional · 145 Northeast Regional | 6:35 South Station, Boston, MA | 8h06 | 14:41 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 change | |
195 Northeast Regional · 145 Northeast Regional | 6:40 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 8h01 | 14:41 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 change | |
195 Northeast Regional | 6:40 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h09 | 12:49 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2255 NextGen Acela | 7:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h46 | 13:01 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2255 NextGen Acela | 7:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h41 | 13:01 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 8:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h24 | 15:04 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
99 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent | 8:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 7h24 | 16:04 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 change | |
99 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent | 8:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 7h19 | 16:04 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1 change | |
99 Northeast Regional | 8:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h19 | 15:04 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2259 NextGen Acela | 9:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h42 | 14:57 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2259 NextGen Acela | 9:21 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h36 | 14:57 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 9:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h17 | 15:57 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 9:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h12 | 15:57 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2263 NextGen Acela | 10:17 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h52 | 16:09 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2263 NextGen Acela | 10:23 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h46 | 16:09 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2265 NextGen Acela | 11:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h51 | 17:01 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2265 NextGen Acela | 11:16 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h45 | 17:01 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
149 Northeast Regional | 12:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h41 | 18:56 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
149 Northeast Regional | 12:21 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h35 | 18:56 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2267 Acela | 13:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h27 | 18:32 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2267 Acela | 13:09 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h23 | 18:32 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2271 Acela | 15:35 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h54 | 21:29 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2271 Acela | 15:40 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 5h49 | 21:29 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
139 Northeast Regional | 16:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h26 | 23:06 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
139 Northeast Regional | 16:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 6h21 | 23:06 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Boston, MA to Wilmington, DE run on average 32 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 475 km distance in 6h 11m.
Distance 475 km |
Average train duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 6h 11m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 23:40 |
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Discover the best of Wilmington, DE — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wilmington, DE trip today.
Leading decorative arts museum with richly furnished period rooms, gardens and changing exhibitions.
Art museum in a former du Pont estate, featuring American art, British Pre-Raphaelite works and landscaped grounds.
Compact city museum telling Wilmington’s industrial, social and community history through engaging local exhibits.
Popular riverfront district with a scenic promenade, shops, public art and easy walking beside the Christina River.
Large urban park with wooded trails, open lawns, a zoo and the historic Rockford Tower nearby.
Leafy riverside park with a paved walking loop, sports facilities and broad views along the Brandywine.
Blue crab cakes are a coastal Carolina staple, made with sweet crab meat and light binding so the local seafood flavour stands out.
Eastern North Carolina barbecue uses whole hog pork with a sharp vinegar-pepper sauce, a long-standing regional tradition across the coastal plain.
Shrimp and grits pairs local shrimp with creamy grits, often enriched with butter, bacon or gravy, and is a classic Lower Cape Fear comfort dish.
Refined riverfront dining known for seafood, Southern dishes and cocktails in a polished historic setting downtown.
Casual local favourite for hearty breakfasts and Southern comfort food, known for biscuits and morning plates.
Historic downtown brewery and restaurant pouring house beers with pub fare and a relaxed brick-walled atmosphere.
Moderate for a US city. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, while parking and car use add costs as public transport is limited.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, $1-2 per drink in bars, and round up or add 10-15% for taxis. Small café tips are appreciated but optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Wilmington, DE by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wilmington, DE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Boston, MA to Wilmington, DE trains use the South Station to Wilmington Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Boston, MA and Wilmington, DE train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
Wilmington Station is 1 km from Wilmington city centre. Public transport options include:
Wilmington Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Mikimotos Asian Grill & Sushi Bar, La Fia Bistro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wilmington Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wilmington Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wilmington Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wilmington Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wilmington Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel du Pont, Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown.
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