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Trip Summary
4 trains operate daily from New York to Culpeper. The train trip from New York to Culpeper is usually about 5 hours and 59 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 23 minutes.
| Distance | 263 mi (423 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 23m |
| Lowest price | $39.00 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 3 |
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Train service from New York to Culpeper
- Amtrak Cardinal tickets: $101 one-way
- Amtrak Crescent tickets: $101 one-way
- Amtrak Northeast Regional tickets: $39 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from New York to Culpeper?
Over the past month, a train ticket between New York and Culpeper cost $89.67, on average. Booking your trip at least 11 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $96.15 more.
Monthly avg. prices
You can find the lowest prices on this route during February. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from New York to Culpeper, with the average price at just $105. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in November, when the average price goes up to $134. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from New York to Culpeper. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 11 days before departure, you can save around $96.15. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
Which train should you take from New York to Culpeper?
There are 3 train lines with service from New York 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 | 5h 40m | $187.07 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 5h 40m | $154.53 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 2 | 6h 13m | $143.97 |
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 New York to Culpeper per day, with an average trip length of 5 hours and 40 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 New York to Culpeper take about 5 hours and 40 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from $101.
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 New York to Culpeper, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between New York and Culpeper is approximately 263 miles, or 423 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 59 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 23 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from New York to Culpeper on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs New York at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. 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 4 scheduled trains on most days. 3 of these are direct connections to Culpeper. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Culpeper to New York.
City Information
New York
New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.
NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.
With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.
Station Information
Where is the train station in New York?
Main departure station: NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
Pennsylvania Station, or just Penn Station, is the main train station in New York City. All Amtrak trains to and from NYC use Penn Station as their only train stop in Manhattan. Penn Station offers easy connections to various other types of transportation, including commuter rail (the Long Island Rail Road and the NJ Transit both operate out of Penn Station), airport transit, and six lines of the NYC Subway, making it the busiest train station in the Western Hemisphere. Located in the heart of Manhattan, right by the world-famous Madison Square Garden, Penn Station is close to various points of interest such as Times Square and the Empire State Building, as well as many restaurants and retail stores.
All train stations in New York:
NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
South Station
Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
Amtrak/Metro North Station
Metro-North Station - 1 Railroad Plz
455 Boston Post Rd Saybrook Junction Market Pl
Union Station
50 University Ave
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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