Trains tickets from Chicago to Wilmington (DE)

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Today14 Jun
Tomorrow15 Jun
from US$124
Mon16 Jun
Tue17 Jun
from US$191
Wed18 Jun
Thu19 Jun
from US$243
Fri20 Jun
from US$295
Sat21 Jun

Next departures to Wilmington

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 15 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 17 June at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 15 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Station
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Wilmington

Bus
Average priceUS$79 - US$272Average duration23h 10m
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$127 - US$385Average duration21h 49m
95kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 23 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6.111111111111111bus per day
23h 10mAverage duration
US$79Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Wilmington: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$288
Average train trip duration21h 49m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure17:55
Distance648 miles
Latest train departure21:30

Chicago to Wilmington Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Wilmington (DE)

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Chicago to Wilmington cost?

    The average train ticket price from Chicago to Wilmington is US$288. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Chicago to Wilmington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Chicago to Wilmington?

    A train trip between Chicago and Wilmington is around 21h 49m, although the fastest train will take about 20h 21m. This is the time it takes to travel the 649 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Chicago and Wilmington?

    The number of trains from Chicago to Wilmington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to Wilmington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/06
US$128
13/06
US$176
Today
US$121
15/06
US$118
16/06
US$130
17/06
US$183
18/06
US$171
19/06
US$233
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Wilmington was searched and found on 15 Jun 2025 with a price of US$118

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

You can expect to pay from US$118 to US$1,149 for a train ticket from Chicago to Wilmington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$118, which is on 2025-06-15.

About Train Travel

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Wilmington, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Chicago and Wilmington, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Wilmington to Chicago

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