Train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Ashland, KY

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Next departures from Richmond to Ashland on 5 November
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Amtrak
    Main Street Station
    Ashland StationCheapestFastest
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      Main Street Station
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        Main Street Station
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          Staples Mill Road
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            Staples Mill Road
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            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Ashland. The journey takes about 16 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 063, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1bus per day
            16h 40mAverage duration
            469 kmDistance
            12kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceR 2 063 - R 3 003Average duration16h 40m
            12kg CO₂e
            Average priceR 13 013 - R 13 013Average duration17h 20m
            42kg CO₂e

            Train Richmond, VA, US to Ashland, KY: Trip Overview

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            Average ticket priceR 13 013
            Average train trip duration17h 20m
            Number of daily trains1
            Earliest train departure04:52
            Distance460 km

            Richmond to Ashland Train

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Ashland, KY

            1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Richmond to Ashland cost?

              The average train ticket price from Richmond to Ashland is R 13 013. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Richmond to Ashland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the train trip from Richmond to Ashland?

              A train trip between Richmond and Ashland is around 17h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 17h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 466 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily train are there between Richmond and Ashland?

              The number of trains from Richmond to Ashland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Richmond to Ashland by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Richmond to Ashland?

              When taking the train from Richmond to Ashland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Ashland, KY was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 669

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Ashland, KY as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from R 1 669 to R 12 073 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Ashland, KY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 669, which is on 2025-11-05.

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            Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Ashland you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

            With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Richmond and Ashland, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

            Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Richmond to Ashland.

            Did you know?

            The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

            Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

            The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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