Easy Access to Wilmington for Visitors to Philadelphia

Whether you’re flying in for the FIFA World Cup™, planning a road trip for the MLB All-Star Game, or arriving by train for the America 250 celebrations, getting to Greater Wilmington, Delaware is simple, convenient, and stress-free.

Located directly off I-95, Wilmington is just 30 minutes from Philadelphia by car or train — and close to several major airports. The city’s Joseph R. Biden Jr. Railroad Station (WIL) is a quick walk from downtown hotels and attractions, offering frequent Amtrak service to and from New York City, Washington, D.C., and beyond. SEPTA regional rail also connects Wilmington directly to Center City Philadelphia and Newark, Delaware.

Airports Serving the Wilmington Area

  • Wilmington–New Castle Airport (ILG) | flyilg.com

Just 10 minutes from downtown, ILG offers direct flights via Avelo Airlines to cities in Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, Puerto Rico and more. American Airlines also offers service at ILG, with connecting service through Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) via shuttle coach. 

  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) | phl.org

    Only 25 minutes from Wilmington, PHL is one of the region’s largest hubs. Travelers can get to Wilmington easily by car, train, or shuttle. Transportation services like Delaware Express, Blue Hen Limousine, Delaware Limo and Ace Limousine offer door-to-door rides to and from PHL.

  • Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) | bwiairport.com

    About 90 minutes from Wilmington, BWI is also accessible by Amtrak for a seamless travel experience.

Transportation Services

Travel by Train

The Joseph R. Biden Jr. Railroad Station in Wilmington recently underwent a full modernization and accessibility upgrade. It offers frequent Amtrak service to major cities along the Northeast Corridor, including Philadelphia, New York City, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C.

SEPTA commuter trains also run directly between Philadelphia and Wilmington, with stops in Newark, DE (home to the University of Delaware) and the Claymont Transportation Center, which connects easily to points in both Delaware and Pennsylvania.

Local Transportation

Once you’re here, getting around is easy. Lyft, Uber, and major rental car agencies operate throughout the region. DART First State provides reliable bus and rail service across New Castle County and beyond. schedules at dartfirststate.com