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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Alderson to Ashland. Traveling by train from Alderson to Ashland usually takes around 4 hours and 36 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 120 mi (194 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 36m |
Lowest price | €31.73 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Cardinal |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Alderson to Ashland?
Amtrak Cardinal is the one and only train line which connects Alderson to Ashland. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Cardinal | 1 | 4h 36m | €31.73 |
The Amtrak Cardinal is a long distance passenger rail service from New York to Chicago, connecting a total of 31 cities. As one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the Cardinal is a popular train line connecting the Northeast to the Southeast, and offers top-notch comfort thanks to its seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available for purchase in the Cardinal Café. There are usually 1 Cardinal trips from Alderson to Ashland per day, with an average trip length of 4 hours and 36 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Alderson and Ashland is approximately 120 miles, or 194 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 36 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Alderson to Ashland. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday 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.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Alderson at 17:00 and arrives in Ashland around 4 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Ashland with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Ashland to Alderson.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Alderson?
Main departure station: 1 C&O Plz on Railroad Ave
There is one train station in Alderson.
All train stations in Alderson:
1 C&O Plz on Railroad Ave
Where is the train station in Ashland?
Main arrival station: 99 15th St
Ashland has one train station.
Train stations in Ashland:
99 15th St
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