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Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Penn Station | Ashland Station | No tags | ||||
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| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Ashland Station | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Ashland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Ashland. The journey takes about 5 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Ashland, VA by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Newark to Ashland?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Ashland start from $110. The average price for this train route is around $215. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Ashland?
The average train ride duration from Newark to Ashland is 5h 41m, covering a distance of 271 miles (437 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Newark to Ashland route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Ashland?
The earliest train departs from Newark to Ashland at 8:39am. And the latest train departs at 11:41pm.
What is the best train operator from Newark to Ashland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Ashland?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Newark to Ashland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Ashland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Ashland, VA was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $166To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Ashland, VA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $166 to $397 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Ashland, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2025-12-14.
