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Ashland - Richmond Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

5 trains operate daily from Ashland to Richmond. The train trip from Ashland to Richmond is usually about 22 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can get you there in as little as 15 minutes.

Distance15 mi (25 km)
Fastest train0h 15m
Lowest price€8.31
Trains per day7
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines1

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

Over the past month, a train ticket between Ashland, VA and Richmond, VA cost €9.26, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 28 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around €6.73 more.

Monthly average prices

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Mark your calendar for September if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Ashland to Richmond. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of €6. If you're planning a trip from Ashland to Richmond during March, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about €11 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.

Prices as travel date approaches

€23€18€14€9€53020100

If you're looking to save on your train trip from Ashland to Richmond, book online with Wanderu at least 28 days in advance. That way, you’ll save €6.73 compared to booking your ticket last minute.

Which train should you take from Ashland to Richmond?

Amtrak Northeast Regional is the one and only train line which connects Ashland to Richmond. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Northeast Regional50h 23m€11.02
  • 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 Richmond, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Ashland and Richmond is approximately 15 miles, or 25 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 22 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Richmond.

Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Ashland to Richmond. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Ashland at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 scheduled trains on most days. 7 of these are direct connections to Richmond. 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 Richmond to Ashland.

City Information

Richmond

As one of the most historically significant cities in the U.S., Richmond is a top-tier destination for not just fans of history but also culturally-inclined travelers. The premier tourist attraction of the city is the Virginia State Capitol, which features a unique architecture partially designed by Thomas Jefferson himself. For those who want to enjoy a cultural experience, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is worth checking out, as it houses five exquisitely beautiful Fabergé eggs, along with works by Degas, Cézanne, and Renoir. If you wish to retreat from the concrete jungle, the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a great alternative.

Richmond’s diverse community has had a huge influence on its food scene. Croaker's Spot is a famous restaurant that serves some of the best seafood around. Richmond is also the home to a burgeoning craft beer scene, and there are as many as 30 brands in the city. Some of the local favorites include Hardywood, The Veil Brewing Co., and The Answer Brewpub.

Richmond is a major hub for bus travel, and visitors can catch buses that go to cities like Washington, D.C., New York and Raleigh on a daily basis. The city boasts two Amtrak train stations that provide regular service to Washington, D.C., New York City and beyond. The principal one is the Main Street Station, which is located right in the heart of downtown Richmond. The main airport is the Richmond International Airport, 7 miles southeast of the city.

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 Richmond?

7519 Staples Mill Rd  - RICAMT1-0

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7519 Staples Mill Rd  - RICAMT1-1

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Main arrival station: 7519 Staples Mill Rd

Located around 5 miles north of Richmond’s city center, the Amtrak Station on Staples Mill Road is Amtrak’s busiest transport hub in the Southeast Region. The station was built in 1975 to replace the downtown Main Street Station. It now serves as an important terminal for routes traveling up and down the American East. Passengers can venture north onboard the Northeast Regional service—Amtrak’s busiest route—to Washington, D.C., New York, and Boston. Richmond’s Amtrak Station also offers several southward connections to vacation destinations along the East Coast in [South Carolina(/train-tickets/us-sc/), Georgia, and Florida. In addition, the GRTC bus service is available from the station for transport into downtown Richmond.

Train stations in Richmond:

  • 7519 Staples Mill Rd

  • 1500 E Main St

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