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Ashland - Washington DC Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

5 trains operate daily from Ashland to Washington DC. The train trip from Ashland to Washington DC is usually about 2 hours and 9 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 3 minutes.

Distance83 mi (133 km)
Fastest train2h 3m
Lowest price€14.14
Trains per day5
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines2

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for trains from Ashland to Washington

(Based on 6 ratings and reviews)

4.5

4.0

Nancy

13 April 2023- Visiting friends

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: The convenience of traveling without dealing with traffic. Cons: Maintenance of the train. We were stopped 3 times before Fredericksburg and the engine was being replaced in Washington.

4.0

Melton

24 March 2023- Visiting family

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: Convenience. Cons: Open more doors at stations. Tips: Get tickets through Wanderu. Easier than Amtrak site.

5.0

Madeline

30 October 2022- Vacation

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: Amtrak is just the absolute best. Plus, we got an amazing bargain! Cons: Nothing.

5.0

Nikola

5 October 2022- Business

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: Fast and easy. Cons: My original train was canceled at 2am the day of my trip (was supposed to get on the 6:15am train), which was an inconvenience and I lost 2 hrs of work time being rebooked to the next train. Tips: The ride itself was fast and easy. However, my original train was canceled at 2am the day of my trip (was supposed to get on the 6:15am train), which was an inconvenience and I lost 2 hrs of work time being rebooked to the next train. Took 30 mins to get in touch with a rep.

4.0

Jovan

31 May 2022- Solo travel

Amtrak Northeast Regional

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What is the price of a train ticket from Ashland to Washington DC?

The average price for a train ticket from Ashland, VA to Washington is €15.70, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 25 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay €21.13 more.

Average prices by travel date

€28€19€9AprMay

Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from Ashland to Washington DC will vary between €14 and €24. Planning a train trip to Washington within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from Ashland over the next 7 days is €15. Make sure to book your trip as soon as possible as train fares tend to go up as you get closer to your travel date.

Monthly average prices

€47€38€28€19€9MJJASONDJFMA

Ticket prices for the train from Ashland to Washington DC often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in August when the average ticket price is only €15,

If you're thinking of traveling from Ashland to Washington DC during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of €32 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in December, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

€47€38€28€19€93020100

If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 25 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Washington from Ashland will be about €21.13 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.

Which train should you take from Ashland to Washington DC?

2 train services operate from Ashland to Washington. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak12h 8m€29.09
Amtrak Northeast Regional52h 10m€21.66

  • 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 1 Amtrak trains from Ashland to Washington every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €14.

  • 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 5 daily train trips from Ashland to Washington, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Ashland and Washington DC is approximately 83 miles, or 133 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 9 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 3 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.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Ashland to Washington DC 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 Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Ashland at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. 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 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Ashland to Washington DC.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Washington DC to Ashland.

City Information

Washington DC

Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.

D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.

Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Ashland?

Main departure station: 112 N Railroad Ave

There is one train station in Ashland.

All train stations in Ashland:

  • 112 N Railroad Ave

Where is the train station in Washington DC?

Washington, DC - Union Station - DCAUST-0

Main arrival station: Union Station

Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.

Train stations in Washington DC:

  • Union Station

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