The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€135
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ to 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, NJ to Wilmington, DE will cost around €135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 39 trains that leave Newark, NJ for Wilmington, DE on Sat, Apr 11, 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 11 the direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Sat, Apr 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
163 Northeast Regional4:27 PM1h30Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ5:57 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE€401One-way0 transfers
165 Northeast Regional8:18 PM1h44Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ10:02 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE€1021One-way0 transfers
153 Northeast Regional8:22 AM1h35Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ9:57 AMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE€1021One-way0 transfers
159 Northeast Regional5:27 PM1h26Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ6:53 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE€1021One-way0 transfers
161 Northeast Regional2:22 PM1h37Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ3:59 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE€1021One-way0 transfers
2249 Acela10:20 AM1h19Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ11:39 AMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE€2541One-way0 transfers
2259 NextGen Acela8:38 PM1h20Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ9:58 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE€1731One-way0 transfers
2205 NextGen Acela9:14 AM1h20Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ10:34 AMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE€2161One-way0 transfers
2203 NextGen Acela8:14 AM1h21Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ9:35 AMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE€1731One-way0 transfers
2255 Acela5:14 PM1h21Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ6:35 PMWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE€3091One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €168.
Distance: 160 km
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€35 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €324 Average price |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 13m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE trains for today, Friday, April 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
95 Northeast Regional | 2:53 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h32 | 4:25 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
119 Northeast Regional | 3:18 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h40 | 4:58 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 3:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h21 | 4:43 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
119 Northeast Regional | 3:23 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h35 | 4:58 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | |
171 Northeast Regional | 5:02 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h39 | 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 | |
85 Northeast Regional | 7:26 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h33 | 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 | |
173 Northeast Regional | 8:28 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h28 | 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 | |
193 Northeast Regional | 9:49 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h24 | 11:13 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
197 Northeast Regional | 10:25 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h32 | 11:57 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 | |
137 Northeast Regional | 10:47 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h34 | 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 | |
| Saturday, April 11 | |||||
175 Northeast Regional | 12:09 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h37 | 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 | |
109 Northeast Regional | 9:55 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h35 | 11:30 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 10:19 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h38 | 11:57 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2201 Acela | 11:09 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h23 | 12:32 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 11:24 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h59 | 1:23 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
101 Northeast Regional | 12:06 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h35 | 1:41 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2203 NextGen Acela | 12:14 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h21 | 1:35 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 12:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h35 | 1:57 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 12:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h30 | 1:57 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
103 Northeast Regional | 1:06 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h38 | 2:44 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
2205 NextGen Acela | 1:14 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h20 | 2:34 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
155 Northeast Regional | 1:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h41 | 3:03 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE
Trains from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE run on average 39 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 160 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 39 |
Direct trains 39 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Newark, NJ to Wilmington, DE trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Newark, NJ and Wilmington, DE from €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, NJ to Wilmington, DE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to 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, DE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newark, NJ to 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
- 24/7 Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the airport with various options for short-term and long-term stays.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
- Hilton Newark Airport
- Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is part of the Newark Liberty International Airport complex, connected by AirTrain to terminals and parking.
- AirTrain: Connects to airport terminals
- NJ Transit: Services to New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional services
- 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
