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New Carrollton - Culpeper Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 3 daily train trips available from New Carrollton to Culpeper. Traveling by train from New Carrollton to Culpeper usually takes 3 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance69 mi (111 km)
Fastest train2h 30m
Lowest price$16.00
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
Train lines2

What is the price of a train ticket from New Carrollton to Culpeper?

In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from New Carrollton to Culpeper was $47.50. At this price, taking the train is the cheap and easy way to go. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Culpeper if you book your train tickets at least 6 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $3.42.

Monthly avg. prices

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Ticket prices for the train from New Carrollton to Culpeper often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only $27. If you're thinking of traveling from New Carrollton to Culpeper during March, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $41 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in March, is to book your trip well in advance.

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Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from New Carrollton to Culpeper. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 6 days before departure, you can save around $3.42. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!

Which train should you take from New Carrollton to Culpeper?

2 train services operate from New Carrollton to Culpeper. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak23h 31m$61.69
Amtrak Northeast Regional12h 32m$37.29

  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from New Carrollton to Culpeper every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $38.

  • 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 1 daily train trips from New Carrollton to Culpeper, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between New Carrollton and Culpeper is approximately 69 miles, or 111 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 10 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 30 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from New Carrollton to Culpeper. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs New Carrollton at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. 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 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from New Carrollton to Culpeper. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Culpeper to New Carrollton.

City Information

New Carrollton

New Carrollton is a small town in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, located about 13 miles northeast of the nation's capital. Much of the city is residential, with services typical for a suburb, including a shopping mall, grocery stores, several restaurants, and so on. A true hidden gem in the area is Greenbelt Park, a forested park with 172 campsites and nine miles of trails perfect for an escape to nature.

A few hotels in New Carrollton and neighboring Lanham welcome D.C. visitors who would rather not pay downtown prices. It's easy to reach D.C. from the New Carrollton station, which connects to the Washington Metro's Orange Line and the MARC trains that serve Maryland. It takes just 11 minutes to reach Union Station in D.C. from New Carrollton on the Metro.

The New Carrollton train station is also a stop for Amtrak trains heading north. The Northeast Regional departing from D.C. makes its first stop in New Carrollton before continuing on to Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. In addition, bus lines provide service to New Carrollton from as far away as Indianapolis or St. Louis. For those who prefer to fly, the nearest major airport is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Station Information

Where is the train station in New Carrollton?

Main departure station: MARC Station

There is one train station in New Carrollton.

All train stations in New Carrollton:

  • MARC Station

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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