Trains tickets from Wilmington, DE to Boston, MA, US

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TodayJul 28
from $165
TomorrowJul 29
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WedJul 30
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ThuJul 31
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FriAug 1
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SatAug 2
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SunAug 3
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MonAug 4
from $101

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Station
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Back Bay Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Station
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Station
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Back Bay Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Station
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Back Bay Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Station
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Back Bay Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Boston.

Bus
Average Price$39 - $177Average Duration11h 10m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$47 - $565Average Duration6h 27m
43kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Wilmington to Boston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
11h 10mAverage Duration
$39Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Wilmington, DE to Boston, MA, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$101
Average train trip duration6h 27m
Number of daily trains48
Earliest train departure6:10am
Distance294 miles (474 km)
Latest train departure11:40pm

Wilmington to Boston Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07/26
$211
07/27
$264
Today
$158
07/29
$151
07/30
$151
07/31
$211
08/01
$151
08/02
$151
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Jul 29, 2025 with a price of $151

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

You can expect to pay from $151 to $727 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $151 which is on 2025-07-29.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Boston, 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Wilmington and Boston compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Wilmington to Boston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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.

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Train from Boston, MA, US to Wilmington, DE

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