5.0
Pros: It was pleasant and everyone was nice and professional!!!! Cons: Only thing was the Train was delayed 30 mins, that's the only negative I can think of. Tips: Ride Amtrak at least once, it's a pleasant adventure.
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There is one daily train from New York to Ashland. Traveling by train from New York to Ashland usually takes 15 hours and 29 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Cardinal train can make the trip in 15 hours and 27 minutes.
Distance | 485 mi (780 km) |
Fastest train | 15h 27m |
Lowest price | €145.17 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Cardinal |
Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from New York to Ashland
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: It was pleasant and everyone was nice and professional!!!! Cons: Only thing was the Train was delayed 30 mins, that's the only negative I can think of. Tips: Ride Amtrak at least once, it's a pleasant adventure.
Amtrak Cardinal is the one and only train line which connects New York 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 |
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Amtrak Cardinal | 1 | 15h 29m | €130.47 |
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 New York to Ashland per day, with an average trip length of 15 hours and 29 minutes.
The distance between New York and Ashland is approximately 485 miles, or 780 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 15 hours and 29 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 hours and 27 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.
Trains from New York to Ashland are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves New York at 6:00am and arrives in Ashland around 15 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 New York.
New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.
NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.
With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.
NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
Ashland has one train station.
99 15th St
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