5.0
Pros: The dual row of seats on this train that faced each other. Made it possible for me and friend to stretch out on the way home. Cons: USB ports.
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There are usually 5 daily train trips available from Alexandria to Ashland. Traveling by train from Alexandria to Ashland usually takes one hour and 35 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in one hour and 28 minutes.
| Distance | 76 mi (122 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 28m |
| Lowest price | NOK 132.64 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 2 |

Average score for trains from Alexandria to Ashland
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: The dual row of seats on this train that faced each other. Made it possible for me and friend to stretch out on the way home. Cons: USB ports.
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Alexandria, VA to Ashland, VA was NOK 200.80. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Ashland if you book your train tickets at least 21 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra NOK 170.90.
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Alexandria to Ashland will range from NOK 184 to NOK 306. If you're planning to travel by train to Ashland in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Alexandria you can find in the next 7 days is NOK 184. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Alexandria to Ashland. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 21 days before departure, you can save around NOK 170.90. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
2 train services operate from Alexandria to Ashland. 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:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1h 40m | NOK 183.66 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 5 | 1h 36m | NOK 249.57 |
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 Alexandria to Ashland every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from NOK 184.
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 Alexandria to Ashland, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Alexandria to Ashland on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Alexandria at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. 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 Alexandria to Ashland.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Ashland to Alexandria.
Alexandria is a charming, historic city in Virginia, located just a few miles south of Washington, D.C., on the Potomac River. Alexandria's Old Town entrances visitors with its preserved brick sidewalks and 18th-century homes and buildings; you'll feel transported to the era of the city's founding in 1749. This quarter, especially along King Street, features boutiques, restaurants, and antique shops in quaint, intimate settings.
Thanks to its vicinity to the capital, Alexandria boasts a unique food scene with many high-class restaurants for you to enjoy. The most popular local establishments include The Warehouse, Chart House, and Chadwicks. You can even dine in Gadsby's Tavern, a favorite of some of the nation's founders in the 1780s, and learn more about early American life in the adjacent Gadsby's Tavern Museum.
Washington, D.C. and all its travel connections are only a water taxi away, but the city is also well-served by transportation options directly out of Alexandria. Intercity Amtrak routes regularly arrive at Alexandria Union Station, including the Northeast Regional, Silver Service, Crescent, Cardinal, and Carolinian. The two nearest airports to the city are the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and the Washington Dulles International Airport.
There is one train station in Alexandria.
110 Callahan Dr
Ashland has one train station.
112 N Railroad Ave
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