The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmington, DE to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington, DE to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wilmington, DE to New York, NY will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 27 trains that leave Wilmington, DE for New York, NY every day 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 169 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.
66 Northeast Regional23:405h31Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE5:11Penn Station, New York, NY£141One-way0 changes
128 Northeast Regional22:541h50Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE0:44Penn Station, New York, NY£241One-way0 changes
126 Northeast Regional17:181h46Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE19:04Penn Station, New York, NY£531One-way0 changes
142 Northeast Regional18:581h57Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE20:55Penn Station, New York, NY£531One-way0 changes
158 Northeast Regional19:472h05Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE21:52Penn Station, New York, NY£751One-way0 changes
2214 NextGen Acela13:191h37Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE14:56Penn Station, New York, NY£2721One-way0 changes
2216 Acela15:151h39Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE16:54Penn Station, New York, NY£2721One-way0 changes
2252 NextGen Acela12:131h39Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE13:52Penn Station, New York, NY£2191One-way0 changes
2218 NextGen Acela16:181h41Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE17:59Penn Station, New York, NY£1821One-way0 changes
126 Northeast Regional17:181h46Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE19:04Penn Station, New York, NY£531One-way0 changes
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Compare train, coach and flight for Wilmington, DE to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington, DE to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £83.
Distance: 169 km
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price | £333 Average Price |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 43m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Wilmington, DE to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington, DE to New York, NY trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2150 Acela | 6:18 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h30 | 7:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 6:33 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h54 | 8:27 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2102 NextGen Acela | 7:08 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h46 | 8:54 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
130 Northeast Regional | 8:07 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h55 | 10:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 8:43 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h02 | 10:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2104 Acela | 8:48 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h41 | 10:29 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
112 Northeast Regional | 9:16 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h58 | 11:14 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
56 Vermonter | 9:36 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h45 | 11:21 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 10:25 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h50 | 12:15 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 12:05 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h09 | 14:14 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
84 Northeast Regional | 12:42 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h52 | 14:34 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2166 NextGen Acela | 14:09 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h41 | 15:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 14:57 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h53 | 16:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2110 NextGen Acela | 15:11 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h44 | 16:55 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 15:35 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h49 | 17:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 16:30 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h57 | 18:27 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 17:00 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h58 | 18:58 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 17:16 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h44 | 19:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 17:25 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h59 | 19:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2122 Acela | 18:08 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h41 | 19:49 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 18:31 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h00 | 20:31 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2124 NextGen Acela | 18:41 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h42 | 20:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2126 NextGen Acela | 19:31 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h37 | 21:08 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
196 Northeast Regional | 19:39 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h47 | 21:26 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 20:07 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h10 | 22:17 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
192 Northeast Regional | 20:45 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h53 | 22:38 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 21:29 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h54 | 23:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
186 Northeast Regional · 624 Keystone Service | 22:02 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h33 | 0:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
198 Northeast Regional | 22:48 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h57 | 0:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 23:40 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 5h31 | 5:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Wilmington, DE to New York, NY
Trains from Wilmington, DE to New York, NY run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 4:09 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: Wilmington, DE to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wilmington, DE and New York, NY
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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