The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 5 trains that leave Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ for Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE on Sun, Apr 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 05 the direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Sun, Apr 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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.
4:42 AM5h00Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ9:42 AMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$191One-way0 transfers
10:55 AM1h31Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ12:26 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$191One-way0 transfers
12:18 AM1h28Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ1:46 AMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$311One-way0 transfers
1:06 PM1h31Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ2:37 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$471One-way0 transfers
12:24 PM1h32Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ1:56 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$661One-way0 transfers
12:18 AM1h28Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ1:46 AMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$311One-way0 transfers
1:06 PM1h31Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ2:37 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$471One-way0 transfers
10:55 AM1h31Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ12:26 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$191One-way0 transfers
12:24 PM1h32Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ1:56 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$661One-way0 transfers
11:22 PM1h41Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ1:03 AMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE$1241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $183.
Distance: 100 miles (162 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$44 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $355 Average price |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 11m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE trains for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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125 Northeast Regional | 3:52 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h39 | 5:31 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2117 Acela | 4:14 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h22 | 5:36 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 4:26 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h43 | 6:09 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 4:57 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h44 | 6:41 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 Acela | 5:17 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h18 | 6:35 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 6:19 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h33 | 7:52 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 6:20 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h43 | 8:03 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 6:53 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h47 | 8:40 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2163 NextGen Acela | 7:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h18 | 8:33 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 7:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h37 | 8:59 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 8:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h34 | 9:56 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 8:41 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h42 | 10:23 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
193 Northeast Regional | 9:44 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h29 | 11:13 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
197 Northeast Regional | 10:23 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h32 | 11:55 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 10:42 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h39 | 12:21 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 11:03 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h31 | 12:34 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 NextGen Acela | 11:35 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h21 | 12:56 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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175 Northeast Regional | 12:09 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h37 | 1:46 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:18 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h28 | 1:46 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 3:42 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 5h04 | 8:46 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:42 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 5h00 | 9:42 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:24 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h32 | 1:56 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:06 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h31 | 2:37 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
Trains from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (162 km) distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 100 miles (162 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:22 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ and Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
- 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

