Train Travel in West Virginia
The Cardinal and Capitol Limited together provide West Virginia with passenger rail through New River Gorge and the Potomac River valley.
Passenger rail services with at least one stop in West Virginia.
Regularly served stations in our research index.
U.S. census/transit region for connecting service.
Routes serving West Virginia
The following passenger rail services call at one or more stations in West Virginia. Routes range from short-haul commuter rail systems to transcontinental long-distance trains; the table below sorts by service type.
Stations in West Virginia
The station index covers 4 facilities in West Virginia, from large urban union stations to rural flag stops.
Travel notes
West Virginia is part of the Appalachian region. Riders connecting between routes within the state can use any of the major hubs above for cross-platform or short-walk transfers, depending on the station. For onward travel beyond the rail network, intercity bus and connecting Thruway services often complement the train; consult the operator for current connecting itineraries.
Ticket types, on-board facilities and fare structures differ between Amtrak and each commuter operator; consult the operating agency for those details.