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Culpeper - Washington DC Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

3 trains operate daily from Culpeper to Washington DC. The train trip from Culpeper to Washington DC is usually about one hour and 43 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can get you there in as little as one hour and 35 minutes.

Distance60 mi (96 km)
Fastest train1h 35m
Lowest price€9.24
Trains per day3
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines3

What is the price of a train ticket from Culpeper to Washington DC?

The average price for a train ticket from Culpeper to Washington is €18.32, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 29 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay €17.08 more.

Average prices by travel date

€55€37€18MarApr

The average cost of a one-way train trip from Culpeper to Washington DC is expected to fluctuate between €15 and €54 in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to Washington in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from Culpeper is €18.

Monthly average prices

€46€37€28€18€9AMJJASONDJFM
Mark your calendar for August if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Culpeper to Washington DC. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of €18. If you're planning a trip from Culpeper to Washington DC during November, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about €41 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.

Prices as travel date approaches

€46€37€28€18€93020100

Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Culpeper to Washington. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 29 days before departure, you can save around €17.08. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!

Which train should you take from Culpeper to Washington DC?

There are 3 train lines with service from Culpeper to Washington. Amtrak Northeast Regional is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Cardinal11h 44m€43.59
Amtrak Crescent11h 56m€32.90
Amtrak Northeast Regional21h 37m€17.09
  • The Amtrak Cardinal is a long distance passenger rail service from New York to Chicago, connecting a total of 31 cities. As one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the Cardinal is a popular train line connecting the Northeast to the Southeast, and offers top-notch comfort thanks to its seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available for purchase in the Cardinal Café. There are usually 1 Cardinal trips from Culpeper to Washington per day, with an average trip length of 1 hours and 44 minutes.

  • 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 outlets and extra legroom. Train trips from Culpeper to Washington take about 1 hours and 56 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from €24.

  • 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 traveling 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 outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 2 daily train trips from Culpeper to Washington, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Culpeper and Washington DC is approximately 60 miles, or 96 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 43 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 35 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Trains from Culpeper to Washington DC are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Culpeper at 09:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 3 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Culpeper to Washington DC.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Washington DC to Culpeper.

City Information

Washington DC

Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.

D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.

Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Culpeper?

Main departure station: 111 South Commerce St

There is one train station in Culpeper.

All train stations in Culpeper:

  • 111 South Commerce St

Where is the train station in Washington DC?

Washington, DC - Union Station - DCAUST-0

Main arrival station: Union Station

Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.

Train stations in Washington DC:

  • Union Station

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