How much does a train ticket from Boston to Wilmington cost?

The average train ticket price from Boston to Wilmington is $118. The best way to find train tickets from Boston 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!

How long is the train trip from Boston to Wilmington?

A train trip between Boston and Wilmington is around 6h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 297 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Boston and Wilmington?

The number of trains from Boston to Wilmington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 56. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Wilmington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Boston to Wilmington?

When taking the train from Boston to Wilmington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Boston to Wilmington?

Trains traveling between Boston and Wilmington leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Wilmington Station.

Train Boston to Wilmington from $45 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Boston to Wilmington on August 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:55am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 39m	11:34am	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 7m	12:36pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
	5:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 28m	10:33am	Wilmington Station	No tags
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 18m	12:28pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 57m	4:07pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Wilmington on August 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:15pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 21m	9:36pm	Wilmington Station	Cheapest
	7:29am	Boston Route 128, MA	5h 7m	12:36pm	Wilmington Station	Fastest
	5:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	5h 28m	10:33am	Wilmington Station	No tags
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 18m	12:28pm	Wilmington Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	9:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 57m	4:07pm	Wilmington Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Wilmington.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $163	Average Duration10h 35m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$48 - $584	Average Duration6h 18m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 10 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

10h 35mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest ticket

12kgCO₂ emissions

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

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$118

Average train trip duration6h 18m

Number of daily trains56

Earliest train departure5:05am

Distance296 miles (476 km)

Latest train departure7:11pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,418 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5418 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $48

Greyhound Boston Wilmington recent customer reviews

Bus from Boston to Wilmington with a stop at nyc. Bus to nyc was late by 1.5 hr, missed my transfer to Wilmington so I had to change my bus to go to Philly instead. They told me to go to Wilmington I’d have to change another bus and arrive the next day at 9am. First and last time I’ll ever take greyhound.

Jennifer C.

August 9, 2019

They need to follow up the connecting busses today I had a terrible journey with greyhound

Kalyan Chakrvarthy A.

September 28, 2017

The greyhound driver mr reed that drove from NYC port authority 7am bus to Pennsylvania was very nasty and rude to me and other customers. I had a 4 hour layover at the port authority and to get on this man bus after he was rude was a very bad look for greyhound company. I told him I was filing a formal complaint and he said he doesn't care. When we got to Philadelphia he had the audacity to stick his middle finger up to me. I've never experienced this type of behavior and I will make sure I complain to greyhound about this.

Shaontae W.

August 29, 2017

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Boston to Wilmington Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Wilmington, DE?

Stops in Boston, MA, US

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

Stops in Wilmington, DE

A - Wilmington Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Boston, MA, US - Wilmington, DE

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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

08/22

$151

08/23

$211

Today

$286

08/25

$121

08/26

$112

08/27

$112

08/28

$79

08/29

$59

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Aug 29, 2025 with a price of $59

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

You can expect to pay from $59 to $887 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2025-08-29.

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.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Boston to Wilmington is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Boston and Wilmington 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 Boston to Wilmington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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 apologize to each passenger.

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