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Charlottesville to Culpeper Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Charlottesville and Culpeper. The average train journey from Charlottesville to Culpeper takes 55 minutes, but some Amtrak Crescent train trips are as short as 51 minutes.
| Distance | 40 mi (65 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 51m |
| Lowest price | DKK 77.67 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Charlottesville to Culpeper
- Amtrak Cardinal tickets: DKK 168 one-way
- Amtrak Crescent tickets: DKK 168 one-way
- Amtrak Northeast Regional tickets: DKK 78 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from Charlottesville to Culpeper?
The average price for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Culpeper is DKK 119.74, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 15 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 DKK 70.55 more.
Average train ticket prices from Charlottesville to Culpeper by travel date
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Charlottesville to Culpeper will range from DKK 110 to DKK 654. If you're planning to travel by train to Culpeper in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Charlottesville you can find in the next 7 days is DKK 110. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Charlottesville to Culpeper. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 15 days before departure, you can save around DKK 70.55. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
Which train should you take from Charlottesville to Culpeper?
There are 3 train lines with service from Charlottesville to Culpeper. Amtrak Northeast Regional is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Cardinal | 1 | 1h 16m | DKK 264.01 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 0h 51m | DKK 242.33 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 2 | 0h 54m | DKK 104.46 |
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 Charlottesville to Culpeper per day, with an average trip length of 1 hours and 16 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 Charlottesville to Culpeper take about 0 hours and 51 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from DKK 168.
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 Charlottesville to Culpeper, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Charlottesville to Culpeper
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Charlottesville to Culpeper. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Charlottesville at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. 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 Charlottesville to Culpeper.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Culpeper to Charlottesville.
City Information
Charlottesville
Lovingly called Mr. Jefferson’s City by locals, Charlottesville is one of Virginia's best destinations with plenty of interesting attractions to draw in not only fans of history but also of arts and culture. The prime attraction of the city is the famous estate of Thomas Jefferson, Monticello. This 5000-acre mansion is an architectural masterpiece that combines Parisian and Italian elements, giving you a day’s worth of exploration. For those looking for a more idyllic landscape, try Carter Mountain Orchard, which offers apple-picking sessions as well. The University of Charlottesville is also a must-not-miss destination. As the only university in the U.S. to be designated a World Heritage Site, it offers interesting insights into the history of education of the country.
Charlottesville’s wines are famous around the country, and the Monticello Wine Trail is perfect for trying out the best wines that the region has to offer. For an amazing dinner experience, C & O Restaurant, which has been in business since 1976, will be a great choice.
The city’s busiest bus stop is the Greyhound bus stop located downtown at 310 W Main St. For trains, head over to the nearby Amtrak train station, also on W Main St. Charlottesville is served by Amtrak’s Cardinal, Crescent and Northeast Regional lines. The city’s main airport is the Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport, 8 miles from the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Charlottesville?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Train Station - 810 W Main St
The Union Station in Charlottesville opened in 1885 and today remains the center of rail transportation in Charlottesville. Three Amtrak lines run through the Charlottesville station: the Cardinal route from Chicago to New York, the Crescent route from New Orleans to New York, and the Northeast Regional route from Roanoke to Boston. Inside the barn-red building, you can have a seat in the indoor waiting room, purchase a snack to go from vending machines, or learn more about Charlottesville from the tourism pamphlets available. The station is just steps away from the University of Virginia campus, and from the station, you can stroll to one of many excellent restaurants along Main Street.
All train stations in Charlottesville:
Train Station - 810 W Main St
Where is the train station in Culpeper?
Main arrival station: 111 South Commerce St
Culpeper has one train station.
All train stations in Culpeper:
111 South Commerce St
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