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Newport News - Ashland Train Schedule
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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Newport News to Ashland. Traveling by train from Newport News to Ashland usually takes 2 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in 2 hours and 1 minute.
Distance | 72 mi (116 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 1m |
Lowest price | $15.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Newport News to Ashland?
The average price for a train ticket from Newport News to Ashland is $27.00, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 3 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $12.77 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Newport News to Ashland?
2 train services operate from Newport News to Ashland. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 2 | 3h 22m | $39.89 |
Amtrak Northeast Regional | 1 | 2h 2m | $34.79 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Newport News to Ashland every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $25.
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 1 daily train trips from Newport News to Ashland, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Newport News to Ashland are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Newport News at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. 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 Newport News 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 Newport News.
City Information
Newport News
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Link to image attributionNewport News is where you need to be if you want to see how ships, culture, history, and the great outdoors can merge into one incredible adventure. The most popular activities around here include bird watching, camping, boating, and of course, fishing. In this part of Virginia, you can choose between saltwater and freshwater fishing, thanks to the city's three marinas and seven boat ramps.
Among the most famous local historical and cultural destinations, you will find the Endview Plantation, James A. Fields House, and the Historic Hilton Village. Some of the most popular art and culture destinations include the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center, Ferguson Center for the Arts, and Peninsula Fine Arts Center.
For a taste of Newport News' finest wines, craft beers and distilled spirits, head over to Toast the Coast. That's where you get to experience what the best breweries, distilleries, and wineries from New Kent to Virginia Beach have to offer.
Newport News is served by Williamsburg International Airport. The city's bus services are operated by Wanda Coach and Greyhound. Then, of course, there's also the Amtrak train service that takes you in and out of Newport News and into the Williamsburg Station.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Newport News?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: 9304 Warwick Blvd
The Amtrak train station in Newport News is a low, white-brick building at 9304 Warwick Blvd. This is adjacent to Highway 60, near Huntington Park and the Plaza at Newmarket. Amtrak's Northeast Regional trains and Thruway buses stop at the station in Newport News. The station has a waiting room with restrooms and vending machines, but there are not many amenities in the immediate area surrounding the station.
All train stations in Newport News:
9304 Warwick Blvd
Where is the train station in Ashland?
Main arrival station: 112 N Railroad Ave
Ashland has one train station.
All train stations in Ashland:
112 N Railroad Ave
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