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Train Travel in Delaware

Wilmington and Newark are major Northeast Corridor stops, with Acela, Northeast Regional, and most long-distance NEC trains stopping at Wilmington.

10Routes

Passenger rail services with at least one stop in Delaware.

2Stations

Regularly served stations in our research index.

Mid-AtlanticRegion

U.S. census/transit region for connecting service.

Routes serving Delaware

The following passenger rail services call at one or more stations in Delaware. Routes range from short-haul commuter rail systems to transcontinental long-distance trains; the table below sorts by service type and distance. A useful supplemental resource is the state-level rail capital plan summary for context on funded improvements.

RouteTypeDistanceFrequency
Acela Acela (High-Speed Rail) 457 mi Up to 20 weekday round trips
Northeast Regional Regional Intercity 728 mi Up to 50 daily round trips end-to-end and segment service
Cardinal Long-Distance 1,147 mi Three round trips per week
Crescent Long-Distance 1,377 mi Daily
Silver Star Long-Distance 1,522 mi Daily
Silver Meteor Long-Distance 1,389 mi Daily (status varies; check Amtrak)
Palmetto Regional Intercity 829 mi Daily
Carolinian Regional Intercity 704 mi Daily
Vermonter Regional Intercity 611 mi Daily
SEPTA Regional Rail Commuter Rail 277 mi 13 lines with all-day frequency

Stations in Delaware

Our station index covers 2 facilities in Delaware, from large urban union stations to rural flag stops.

Travel notes

Delaware is part of the Mid-Atlantic region. Riders connecting between routes within the state can use any of the major hubs above for cross-platform or short-walk transfers, depending on the station. For onward travel beyond the rail network, intercity bus and connecting Thruway services often complement the train; consult the operator for current connecting itineraries.

Fare structures, on-board amenities, and ticketing systems differ between Amtrak, state-supported corridors, and individual commuter operators. Long-distance Amtrak trains typically offer reserved sleeping accommodations alongside coach class; corridor services are reserved coach with optional business class; and commuter rail is generally open seating with monthly-pass fare options.

More Delaware Rail Resources

  • Delaware rail advocacy and ridership data
  • A weekend rail itinerary across Delaware