Introduction to the Amtrak Capitol Limited Train
Capitol Limited is an intercity rail service offered by Amtrak. It first started service in 1981. Capitol Limited is responsible for taking over 160,000 passengers per year to their final destinations.
The Capitol Limited operates along the Eastern United States between Washington, DC, and Chicago, Illinois.
What to Expect on Amtrak Capitol Limited?
The Capitol Limited runs a total of 780 miles between its starting point, Washington, DC, and its point of termination, Chicago, Illinois.
This Intercity Rail travels at an average speed of 45 miles per hour. The overall trip from start to finish takes about 17 hours. The Capitol Limited runs trips daily and 7 trips per week.
Accommodations provided by the Capitol Limited
Capitol Limited offers seating for 289 passengers.
Since this train is designed for leisure travel in mind, there are no business seats available for purchase.
This train has a roomette, bedroom, bedroom suite, and family bedroom sleeper car due to its longer trip duration.
The Capitol Limited provides food options in dining cars & cafe cars.
What are the Major Stops on the Capitol Limited?
The Capitol Limited starts in Washington, DC, and terminates in Chicago, Illinois. In between, Capitol Limited makes the following stop at these major locations.
- Washington, DC – Washington Union Station. This is where the Capitol Limited service begins.
- Harpers Ferry, Virginia
- Cumberland, Maryland
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Sandusky, Ohio
- Toledo, Ohio
- South Bend, Indiana
- Chicago, Illinois – Chicago Union Station. This is where the Capitol Limited service ends.
How Much Does it Cost to Ride on the Capitol Limited?
A typical fare onboard the Capitol Limited will cost you between $105.00 and $492.00, depending on which type of seat you decide to purchase.
