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Richmond to Ashland Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 4 daily train trips between Richmond and Ashland. The average train journey from Richmond to Ashland takes 24 minutes, but some Amtrak Northeast Regional train trips are as short as 12 minutes.

	Distance	15 mi (25 km)
	Fastest train	0h 12m
	Lowest price	CHF 7.19
	Trains per day	5
	Most frequent service	Amtrak Northeast Regional
	Train lines	1

What is the price of a train ticket from Richmond to Ashland?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Richmond, VA to Ashland, VA was CHF 8.52. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 4 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CHF 8.51 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Richmond to Ashland by month

Taking the train from Richmond to Ashland usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around CHF 10 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

Since ticket prices on this route stay pretty consistent, you don’t need to book way in advance. However, we recommend buying your train ticket to Ashland at least 48 hours before your scheduled departure to prevent any unpleasant surprises, like last-minute surges in price or sold-out tickets.

Which train should you take from Richmond to Ashland?

Amtrak Northeast Regional is the one and only train line which connects Richmond to Ashland. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak Northeast Regional	4	0h 25m	CHF 12.70

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 4 daily train trips from Richmond to Ashland, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Richmond to Ashland

The distance between Richmond and Ashland is approximately 15 miles, or 25 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 24 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 12 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Ashland.

Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Richmond to Ashland. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Richmond at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 4 scheduled trains on most days. 5 of these are direct connections to Ashland. 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 Ashland to Richmond.

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 Richmond?

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Main departure 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

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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