What is the cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Delaware?

The cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Delaware is to bus which costs $18 - $40 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington DC to Delaware?

The fastest way to get from Washington DC to Delaware is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $26 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Washington DC and Delaware?

No, there is no direct train from Washington DC to Delaware. However, there are services departing from Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform and arriving at Wilmington via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Washington DC to Delaware?

The distance between Washington DC and Delaware is 110 miles. The road distance is 109 miles.

How do I travel from Washington DC to Delaware without a car?

The best way to get from Washington DC to Delaware without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $26 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Washington DC to Delaware?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Washington DC to Delaware, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington DC to Delaware train from?

Washington DC to Delaware train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Washington DC to Delaware?

The best way to get from Washington DC to Delaware is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $26 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $40 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Washington DC to Delaware train arrive?

Washington DC to Delaware train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Wilmington station.

Can I drive from Washington DC to Delaware?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington DC to Delaware is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Washington DC to Delaware.

Where can I stay near Delaware?

There are 186+ hotels available in Delaware.

Washington DC to Delaware - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Washington DC to Delaware by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Wilmingtontrain Carolinian / ...
1h 58m
$26–653
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Wilmington Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
3h 42m
$18–38
Drive 108.4 mi
1. Drive from Washington DC to Wilmingtoncar 108.4 mi
2h 5m
$20–29

Washington DC to Delaware by foot, subway, and train (Amtrak)

247Weekly Services

1h 58mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 108.9 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Washington DC, USA and Delaware, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Wilmington hourly. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Washington Union Station to Wilmington Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $16–35 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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