The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
Of the 2 trains that leave Newark, NJ for Wilmington, DE every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £137.
Distance: 160 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£38 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £254 Average Price |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 37m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
89 Palmetto | 11:19 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h30 | 12:49 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
79 Carolinian | 12:24 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h32 | 13:56 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
101 Northeast Regional | 13:06 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h31 | 14:37 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2203 Acela | 13:14 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h17 | 14:31 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 13:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h31 | 14:53 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 13:27 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h26 | 14:53 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
103 Northeast Regional | 14:06 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h34 | 15:40 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
103 Northeast Regional | 14:11 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h29 | 15:40 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2205 Acela | 14:14 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h16 | 15:30 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
155 Northeast Regional | 14:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h36 | 15:58 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 15:04 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h36 | 16:40 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 15:09 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h31 | 16:40 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2249 Acela | 15:17 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h17 | 16:34 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 16:23 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h26 | 17:49 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 18:07 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h30 | 19:37 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 18:12 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h25 | 19:37 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 18:35 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h29 | 20:04 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
19 Crescent | 19:20 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h39 | 20:59 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 19:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h33 | 20:55 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 19:27 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h28 | 20:55 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 19:53 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h43 | 21:36 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2253 Acela | 20:15 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h10 | 21:25 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 20:21 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h32 | 21:53 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 20:26 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h27 | 21:53 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 21:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h31 | 22:53 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 21:27 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h26 | 22:53 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
2255 Acela | 22:14 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h17 | 23:31 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
159 Northeast Regional | 22:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h31 | 23:53 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
159 Northeast Regional | 22:27 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h26 | 23:53 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 23:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h31 | 00:53 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 23:27 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h26 | 00:53 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
107 Northeast Regional | 23:46 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h30 | 01:16 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
57 Vermonter | 00:18 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h28 | 01:46 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 01:18 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h40 | 02:58 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 01:23 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h35 | 02:58 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
167 Northeast Regional | 02:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h34 | 03:56 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 04:42 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 5h00 | 09:42 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE
Trains from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE run on average 40 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 160 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 39 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 04:26 |
Last train 23:46 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Newark, NJ and Wilmington, DE from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newark, NJ and Wilmington, DE
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
- 24/7 Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the airport with various options for short-term and long-term stays.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
- Hilton Newark Airport
- Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is part of the Newark Liberty International Airport complex, connected by AirTrain to terminals and parking.
- AirTrain: Connects to airport terminals
- NJ Transit: Services to New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional services
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
- Mikimotos Asian Grill & Sushi Bar
- La Fia Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel du Pont
- Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for Amtrak and SEPTA services
- Bus: Several DART First State bus lines available
- Amtrak: Northeast Corridor services
- SEPTA: Wilmington/Newark Line
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