Capitol Limited • Washington D.C. to Chicago
2 Day Rail Journey – from £85
Washington D.C. | Pittsburgh | Cleveland | Chicago
Capitol Limited is bound to give you a memorable experience, with spacious accommodations, showers and thoughtful amenities, friendly service and delicious dining.
- Choose from spacious coach class or private bedrooms
- Marvel at incredible sights as you sit back
- Relax in comfortable reclining seats
- Enjoy air conditioned carriages and complimentary WiFi
- Book with flights as part of a complete America holiday
Your Rail Journey
The Capitol Limited train runs daily between Washington D.C. and Chicago. You’ll follow the historic B&O line on your journey through the Potomac Valley, past historic Harpers Ferry and the Allegheny Mountains into Pittsburgh. Then across Ohio and Indiana into the centre of Chicago.
Onboard the Capitol Limited, full food service is available throughout the day in the Lounge Car, featuring table seating.
Coach Class
Coach Class travel is an economical way to travel from Washington D.C. to Chicago whilst taking in the beautiful scenery along the way. Coach Class seats include:
- Wide, comfortable reclining seats
- Ample legroom for your comfort
- A fold-down tray for dining
- Individual reading light
- Electrical sockets right at your seat
Roomettes & Bedrooms
Roomettes and Bedrooms are ideal for one to four passengers, with comfortable seats on either side of a big picture window. At night, the seats convert to comfortable beds and upper berths fold down from above. Roomettes and Bedrooms include:
- Meals and bottled water
- Electrical outlets
- Climate control
- Individual reading lights
- Fresh towels and bed linens
- Soap and shower amenities
- Personal service (turn-down, coffee, make-up bed)
Washington D.C. to Chicago Timetable
The Capitol Limited train schedule departs Washington D.C. daily at 16:05.
- Departs Washington D.C.: 16:05
- Arrives Chicago, IL: 08:45(+1 day)
The journey between Washington D.C. to Chicago, has stops at 14+ stations, including Pittsburgh and Cleveland. Duration at each station will vary.
Chicago to Washington D.C. Timetable
The Capitol Limited train schedule departs Chicago daily at 18:40.
- Departs Chicago, IL: 18:40
- Arrives Washington D.C. 13:05 (+1 day)
The journey between Chicago and Washington D.C.has stops at 14+ stations, including Pittsburgh and Cleveland. Duration at each station will vary.
Train Tickets, Flights & More
With FREEDOM, you can book everything you need for your America rail holiday in one place; flights, hotels, tours and more.
Please note, advanced booking is highly recommended.
Route Map
Capitol Limited • Washington D.C. to Chicago
2 Day Rail Journey – from £85
Include this 2 Day Rail Journey in an America holiday designed for youPlease note, train departure and arrival times may change. Please call Freedom Destinations to confirm departure dates and availability. Seasonal variations may apply.
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