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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Is it better to travel by bus or train from New York to Ashland?
There are usually 3 daily bus trips available from New York to Ashland.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceTRY 6,675.23 | Avg. PriceTRY 8,797.42 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration1d 3h 14m | Duration15h 49m |
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from New York to Ashland. Traveling by train from New York to Ashland usually takes 15 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Cardinal train can make the trip in 15 hours and 32 minutes.
| Distance | 485 mi (780 km) |
| Fastest train | 15h 32m |
| Lowest price | TRY 5,979.20 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Cardinal |
| Train lines | 2 |
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Which train should you take from New York to Ashland?
2 train services operate from New York to Ashland. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 16h 11m | TRY 9,588.19 |
| Amtrak Cardinal | 1 | 15h 33m | TRY 11,705.76 |
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 New York to Ashland every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from TRY 6,821.
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 33 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from New York to Ashland
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 49 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 hours and 32 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 Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs New York at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in New York twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Ashland faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Ashland to New York.
City Information
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in New York?
Main departure station: NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
Pennsylvania Station, or just Penn Station, is the main train station in New York City. All Amtrak trains to and from NYC use Penn Station as their only train stop in Manhattan. Penn Station offers easy connections to various other types of transportation, including commuter rail (the Long Island Rail Road and the NJ Transit both operate out of Penn Station), airport transit, and six lines of the NYC Subway, making it the busiest train station in the Western Hemisphere. Located in the heart of Manhattan, right by the world-famous Madison Square Garden, Penn Station is close to various points of interest such as Times Square and the Empire State Building, as well as many restaurants and retail stores.
All train stations in New York:
NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
Where is the train station in Ashland?
Main arrival station: 99 15th St
Ashland has one train station.
All train stations in Ashland:
99 15th St
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