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How to get to Lynchburg by train
- Routes
- 33
- Trips per day
- 66
- train lines
- 3
- Stations
- 1
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About Lynchburg
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lynchburg, VA is known for its scenic beauty and outdoor fun. Visit the Liberty Mountain Trail System for the best hikes in the city, or head to Blackwater Creek Natural Area for babbling brooks and waterfalls.
Lynchburg has its fair share of history, most of which is preserved in the Lynchburg Museum. Exhibits focus specifically on Lynchburg’s history through artefacts, antique photographs, and artwork. Other notable places include the Anne Spencer House & Garden, former home of poet Anne Spencer, and the Legacy Museum, with collections focused on African American history. Food-wise, local favourites include the Water Dog, Shakers Restaurant, and Skyline. While you’re in the area, take a walk around the vibrant downtown scene, complete with more restaurants, plenty of shops, and a thriving nightlife – which is no surprise given that Lynchburg is home to 5 different colleges and universities.
The city does have the Lynchburg Regional Airport, although it only offers commercial flights to Charlotte, NC. Luckily, if you’re travelling from anywhere else, you can easily get to Lynchburg via Greyhound and Amtrak, both of which have stations downtown. The most popular train routes to Lynchburg come from New York City, Washington D.C., Atlanta, and Chicago. Meanwhile, coaches typically connect from New York, Baltimore, and Charlotte.
Station Information
Popular train stations in Lynchburg:
- 825 Kemper St
What train companies travel to Lynchburg, VA?
Located in Virginia, Lynchburg is accessible by train from 33 other cities. You can choose from 66 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Lynchburg on Wanderu. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has the most trains on any given day.
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Train companies serving Lynchburg
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 30 | 5 hrs, 8 mins | €70.80 |
| Amtrak | 144 | 9 hrs, 21 mins | €124.44 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 24 | 4 hrs, 30 mins | €116.88 |
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes travelling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power sockets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. The Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Crescent is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs from New York to New Orleans by way of Atlanta. As an overnight service, the Crescent offers a variety of amenities and accommodation options. There’s also a café car where you can enjoy freshly prepared meals and a variety of soft and alcoholic beverages. Like all Amtrak trains, the Crescent offers free WiFi, power sockets and extra legroom.
Which train carrier has the best service to Lynchburg?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travellers who booked on Wanderu rave about travelling to Lynchburg by train with Amtrak Northeast Regional, giving it a 4.8 rating out of 5.
Travellers also mentioned that Amtrak Crescent had the most comfortable train service to Lynchburg, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak Crescent at 4.8 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Lynchburg punctually, travellers suggest that Amtrak Northeast Regional has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Lynchburg, rating it 4.6 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
€8.93 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Lynchburg, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Lynchburg. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Lynchburg was €9.30.
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The main train station in Lynchburg is 825 Kemper St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Lynchburg.
The closest airport to Lynchburg is Lynchburg Regional Preston Glenn Field (LYH), located 6.8 miles from the city centre of Lynchburg.
Lynchburg ranks number 8 among the most popular train destinations in Virginia. Lynchburg ranks number 89 among train destinations in the country. Lynchburg ranks number 10 in Virginia by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 49 direct train schedules arriving in Lynchburg each day.
The population of Lynchburg is 79,812. It ranks number 6 by population in Virginia. It ranks number 147 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Lynchburg, under 60 miles, can cost as little as €8.93. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Lynchburg starts at €11.61. A longer trip by train to Lynchburg can be as cheap as €32.14. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as €16.07.
People who take the train to Lynchburg are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent services, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Lynchburg easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city centre of Lynchburg is 825 Kemper St, located just 0.9 miles away. Select 825 Kemper St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Lynchburg. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
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