There are 7 ways to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington by train, bus, taxi, car, shuttle or towncar
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 55 min
$12 - $67
Cheapest option
Line 37 bus, line 113 bus, line 13 bus • 2h 2m
$6 - $8
5 alternative options
Line 37 bus, train • 1h 54m
$8 - $10
Taxi • 28 min
$100 - $120
Drive • 28 min
$2 - $4
Shuttle • 28 min
$40 - $60
Towncar • 28 min
$120 - $180
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 28 min.
The quickest way to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington is to taxi which costs $100 - $120 and takes 28 min.
No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Airport Terminal A and arriving at King St @ 10Th St via Chester Transportation Center and Tri-State Mall @ P-N-R. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.
No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington station. However, there are services departing from Airport Terminal B and arriving at Wilmington Amtrak Station via 30th Street Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.
It is 18 miles from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington. It is approximately 22.1 miles to drive.
The best way to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs $11 - $70.
It takes approximately 55 min to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington, including transfers.
Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington bus services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Philadelphia Airport Terminal A station.
Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington train services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Airport Terminal B station.
The best way to get from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington is to train which takes 55 min and costs $11 - $70. Alternatively, you can line 37 bus and line 113 bus and line 13 bus, which costs $6 - $9 and takes 2h 2m.

- Distance: 18.2 miles
- Duration: 55 min
What companies run services between Philadelphia Airport (PHL), USA and Wilmington, DE, USA?
You can take a train from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington via 30th Street Train Station in around 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington via Chester Transportation Center and Tri-State Mall @ P-N-R in around 2h 2m.

- Phone
- +1 215-580-7800
- Website
- septa.org
Train from Airport Terminal B to 30th Street Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $7
- Website
- septa.org
Train from 30th Street Train Station to Wilmington
- Ave. Duration
- 53 min
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- $5 - $8
- Website
- septa.org
Train from Chester to Wilmington
- Ave. Duration
- 29 min
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- $5 - $7
- Website
- septa.org

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 215-856-7924
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from 30th Street Train Station to Wilmington Amtrak Station
- Ave. Duration
- 18 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $22 - $35
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Coach Seat
- $22 - $35
- Premium
- $170 - $250
- Flexi Coach Seat
- $30 - $45
- Business Seat
- $27 - $40

Amtrak’s Northeast Regional train service serves the US’ busy northeast corridor from Virginia to Massachusetts; major stops include Boston, Providence, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC and Baltimore. Amenities include Wi-Fi, a quiet car, cafe and business-class seating, and travelling with a small dog or cat is permitted. Book at least 14 days in advance for a cheaper Saver Fare.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 215-856-7924
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from 30th Street Train Station to Wilmington Amtrak Station
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $35 - $60
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Reserved Coach Seat
- $35 - $60
- Business Class Seat
- $55 - $100

- Phone
- +1 215-580-7800
- Website
- septa.org
Bus from Philadelphia Airport Terminal A to Chester Transportation Center
- Ave. Duration
- 27 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- $3
- Website
- septa.org
Bus from Chester Transportation Center to Tri State Mall - 1
- Ave. Duration
- 22 min
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Estimated price
- $3
- Website
- septa.org

- Phone
- +1 800-652-3278
- Website
- dartfirststate.com
Bus from Tri-State Mall @ P-N-R to King St @ 10Th St
- Ave. Duration
- 40 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $1 - $3
- Website
- DART First State

Jayride is an online booking service for pick up or drop off at airports, using a pre-pay, fixed-price model. You’ll be provided with a choice of transfer companies, from luxury limos to maxi taxis, private cars to shuttle buses, depending on your journey, along with passenger reviews and star ratings. On booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the contact details of your transfer company and meeting instructions for your trip.
Contact Details
Shuttle from Philadelphia Airport to Wilmington
- Ave. Duration
- 28 min
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- $40 - $60
- Shuttle
- $40 - $60

Jayride is an online booking service for pick up or drop off at airports, using a pre-pay, fixed-price model. You’ll be provided with a choice of transfer companies, from luxury limos to maxi taxis, private cars to shuttle buses, depending on your journey, along with passenger reviews and star ratings. On booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the contact details of your transfer company and meeting instructions for your trip.
Contact Details
Towncar from Philadelphia Airport to Wilmington
- Ave. Duration
- 28 min
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- $120 - $180
- Private
- $120 - $180
- Ave. Duration
- 28 min
- Estimated price
- $100 - $120
Philadelphia Taxicab Service
- Phone
- +1 215-535-6700
- Website
- philataxicab.com
Phila Taxi Service
- Phone
- +1 267-309-2675
- Website
- philataxiservice.com
http://www.philapark.org/
- Website
- philapark.org
Freedom Taxi
- Phone
- +1 215-222-9999
- Website
- facebook.com
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More Questions & Answers
Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington bus services, operated by DART First State, arrive at King St @ 10Th St station.
Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Wilmington Amtrak Station.
Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington is 22 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Wilmington.
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