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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Rensselaer to Thurmond. Traveling by train from Rensselaer to Thurmond usually takes 13 hours and 11 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 383 mi (617 km) |
Fastest train | 13h 11m |
Lowest price | $55.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Cardinal |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Rensselaer to Thurmond?
Amtrak Cardinal is the one and only train line which connects Rensselaer to Thurmond. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Cardinal | 1 | 13h 11m | $55.00 |
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 Rensselaer to Thurmond per day, with an average trip length of 13 hours and 11 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Rensselaer and Thurmond is approximately 383 miles, or 617 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 13 hours and 11 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Rensselaer to Thurmond. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Rensselaer at 7:00pm and arrives in Thurmond around 13 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Thurmond with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Thurmond to Rensselaer.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Rensselaer?
Main departure station: 776 North Cullen Street
There is one train station in Rensselaer.
All train stations in Rensselaer:
776 North Cullen Street
Where is the train station in Thurmond?
Main arrival station: Hwy 25 and Hwy 2
Thurmond has one train station.
All train stations in Thurmond:
Hwy 25 and Hwy 2
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