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Ashland - Richmond Train Schedule
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Trip Summary
5 trains operate daily from Ashland to Richmond. The train trip from Ashland to Richmond is usually about 30 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can get you there in as little as 15 minutes.
Distance | 15 mi (25 km) |
Fastest train | 0h 15m |
Lowest price | CHF 8.28 |
Trains per day | 8 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
Train lines | 1 |
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 CHF 8.62, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 29 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around CHF 2.58 more.
Average prices by travel date
The cost of a one-way train trip from Ashland to Richmond is expected to stay pretty stable over the next four weeks. No matter which day you travel, you can expect to pay about CHF 8 for your ticket.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
If you're looking to save on your train trip from Ashland to Richmond, book online with Wanderu at least 29 days in advance. That way, you’ll save CHF 2.58 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.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak Northeast Regional | 5 | 0h 31m | CHF 9.11 |
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
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 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 scheduled trains on most days. 8 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?
Image credit: Eli Christman
Link to image attributionImage credit: Avinash Kunnath
Link to image attributionMain 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.
All train stations in Richmond:
7519 Staples Mill Rd
1500 E Main St
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