The cheapest and fastest trains from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE
Cheapest price
£121
Average price
£134
Fastest journey
8 h 23 m
Average duration
9 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
519 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £121.
Of the 2 trains that leave Raleigh, NC 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 519 km distance in an average of 9 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 24 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 Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 519 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£109 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest | £202 Average Price |
8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:08 Raleigh, NC | 10h24 | 23:32 Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:17 Raleigh, NC | 10h15 | 23:32 Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:13 Raleigh, NC | 8h23 | 22:36 Wilmington, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE
Distance 519 km |
Average train duration 8h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 23m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 13:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Raleigh, NC and Wilmington, DE from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Raleigh, NC to Wilmington, DE train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Raleigh, NC and Wilmington, DE
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available in the vicinity of the station with multiple public parking options.
- The Pit Authentic BBQ
- Humble Pie
- Whiskey Kitchen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- The Raleigh Marriott City Center
- Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
- Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms and boarding area
- Bus: GoRaleigh routes 6, 8, 11, 21
- R-Line (downtown circulator)
- 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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