The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Penn Station, New York, NY
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Penn Station, 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 Station, Wilmington, DE to Penn Station, New York, NY will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 24 trains that leave Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE for Penn Station, New York, NY every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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 Regional
146 Northeast Regional
106 Northeast Regional
168 Northeast Regional
80 Carolinian
2252 Acela
2218 Acela
126 Northeast Regional
54 Vermonter
128 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Penn Station, 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 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 174 km
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2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 23m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Penn Station, New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Penn Station, New York, NY trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
84 Northeast Regional | 16:42 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h52 | 18:34 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2166 Acela | 18:09 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h37 | 19:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 18:57 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h53 | 20:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2168 Acela | 19:10 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h38 | 20:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 19:35 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h49 | 21:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
20 Crescent | 20:16 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h24 | 22:40 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 20:30 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h57 | 22:27 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 21:00 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h58 | 22:58 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 21:33 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h51 | 23:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 22:36 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h55 | 00:31 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
80 Carolinian | 22:39 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h56 | 00:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2122 Acela | 22:43 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h40 | 00:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
196 Northeast Regional | 23:39 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h47 | 01:26 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2124 Acela | 23:43 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h37 | 01:20 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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138 Northeast Regional | 00:07 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h10 | 02:17 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
192 Northeast Regional | 00:45 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h53 | 02:38 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 01:29 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h54 | 03:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
186 Northeast Regional · 624 Keystone Service | 02:02 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h33 | 04:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
198 Northeast Regional | 02:48 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h57 | 04:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 03:40 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 5h31 | 09:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 10:51 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h54 | 12:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 11:55 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h50 | 13:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
54 Vermonter | 12:58 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h47 | 14:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 13:57 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h02 | 15:59 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 14:41 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h07 | 16:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
118 Northeast Regional | 15:33 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h56 | 17:29 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 15:55 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h51 | 17:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2252 Acela | 16:17 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 1h34 | 17:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Penn Station, New York, NY
Trains from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Penn Station, New York, NY run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 00:39 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Penn Station, New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE and Penn Station, New York, NY 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: Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Penn Station, New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Penn Station, 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 Penn Station, New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE and Penn Station, 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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