How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start at ZAR 1,609. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 2,297. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The average train trip from Wilmington to Charlotte takes 12h 33m and covers 683 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Charlotte route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Charlotte?

The earliest train from Wilmington to Charlotte departs at 4:44am. The latest train departs at 4:10pm.

Train Wilmington to Charlotte from ZAR 1,449 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on May 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:06pm	Wilmington Station	10h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:06pm	Wilmington Station	10h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on May 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:06pm	Wilmington Station	10h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:26am	Wilmington Station	13h 19m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	9:26am	Wilmington Station	13h 19m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	4:06pm	Wilmington Station	10h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	4:49am	Wilmington Station	17h 56m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on May 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:26am	Wilmington Station	13h 34m	11:00pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	4:06pm	Wilmington Station	10h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	9:26am	Wilmington Station	13h 34m	11:00pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	4:06pm	Wilmington Station	10h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:16am	Wilmington Station	12h 44m	11:00pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on May 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:26am	Wilmington Station	13h 34m	11:00pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	4:06pm	Wilmington Station	10h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	9:26am	Wilmington Station	13h 34m	11:00pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	4:06pm	Wilmington Station	10h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:16am	Wilmington Station	12h 44m	11:00pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on May 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:26am	Wilmington Station	13h 34m	11:00pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	4:06pm	Wilmington Station	10h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	9:26am	Wilmington Station	13h 34m	11:00pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:16am	Wilmington Station	12h 44m	11:00pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:16am	Wilmington Station	12h 44m	11:00pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Charlotte on May 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:26am	Wilmington Station	13h 19m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	4:06pm	Wilmington Station	10h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	9:26am	Wilmington Station	13h 19m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	4:06pm	Wilmington Station	10h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:16am	Wilmington Station	12h 29m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:45 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 1,094, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

13h 55mAverage Duration

676 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 1,094 - ZAR 3,046	Average Duration13h 55m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 1,609 - ZAR 6,990	Average Duration12h 33m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,803 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5803 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 1,609

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Charlotte start at ZAR 1,609. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 2,297. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The average train trip from Wilmington to Charlotte takes 12h 33m and covers 683 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Charlotte route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Charlotte?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Charlotte departs at 4:44am. The latest train departs at 4:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05-13

ZAR 3,018

05-14

ZAR 3,648

Today

ZAR 2,438

05-16

ZAR 1,449

05-17

ZAR 2,438

05-18

ZAR 3,648

05-19

ZAR 3,018

05-20

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on May 16, 2026 with a price of ZAR 1,449

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 Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ZAR 1,449 to ZAR 11,557 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 1,449 which is on 2026-05-16.