How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Wilmington?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Wilmington start at $43. The average price for this train route is around $153. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Richmond to Wilmington?

The average train trip from Richmond to Wilmington takes 4h 45m and covers 290 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Wilmington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Wilmington?

The earliest train from Richmond to Wilmington departs at 3:52am. The latest train departs at 5:35pm.

Train Richmond to Wilmington from $40 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Wilmington on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:25am	Staples Mill Road	4h 19m	10:44am	Wilmington Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:25am	Staples Mill Road	4h 19m	10:44am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 24m	6:16pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	8:23am	Staples Mill Road	4h 32m	12:55pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	8:23am	Staples Mill Road	4h 32m	12:55pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Wilmington on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:23am	Staples Mill Road	6h 32m	2:55pm	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:05am	Staples Mill Road	4h 18m	10:23am	Wilmington Station	Fastest
	Train	4:52am	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	9:23am	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:23am	Staples Mill Road	5h 47m	2:10pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
	Train	4:52am	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	9:23am	Wilmington Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Wilmington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

5h 5mAverage Duration

281 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$55 - $183	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$43 - $609	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Wilmington, DE?

Richmond, VA, US

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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Wilmington, DE

A
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,683 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5683 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $43

Amtrak Richmond Wilmington recent customer reviews

It is timely

Francis Saidy D.

July 10, 2024

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Wilmington?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Wilmington start at $43. The average price for this train route is around $153. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Richmond to Wilmington?
The average train trip from Richmond to Wilmington takes 4h 45m and covers 290 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Wilmington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Wilmington?
The earliest train from Richmond to Wilmington departs at 3:52am. The latest train departs at 5:35pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-25

$40

12-26

$198

Today

$226

12-28

$198

12-29

$138

12-30

$80

12-31

$51

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $40

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $40 to $822 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-31.