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Where to stay
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Ashland travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ashland

With a population of 20,362, Ashland is a must-see destination in Ohio, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Ashland has to offer.

When to visit Ashland

Ashland in November
Estimated hotel price
$78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ashland in November
Estimated hotel price
$78
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ashland in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.1″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Ashland, with an average rainfall of 2.1″.

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How to Get to Ashland

Plane

Although Ashland doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cleveland Hopkins Airport (CLE), which is located 45 miles from Ashland. Akron/Canton is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, United Airlines, Air New Zealand and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ashland departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 42m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Ashland, followed by Train. The train journey from Ashland to Chicago takes 6h 05m and costs around $104 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $123 for a 10h 56m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Ashland is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 108 miles from Ashland. You’ll find branches of Turo and American Rent-A-Car, among others, in Detroit.

Plane

Although Ashland doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cleveland Hopkins Airport (CLE), which is located 45 miles from Ashland. Akron/Canton is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, United Airlines, Air New Zealand and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ashland departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 42m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Ashland, followed by Train. The train journey from Ashland to Chicago takes 6h 05m and costs around $104 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $123 for a 10h 56m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Ashland is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 108 miles from Ashland. You’ll find branches of Turo and American Rent-A-Car, among others, in Detroit.

Airports near Ashland

CAKAkron/Canton
CLECleveland Hopkins Intl
CMHColumbus

Airlines serving Ashland

KLM
Good (1,502 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,891 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,418 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,922 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,182 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,605 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,934 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,389 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (403 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,209 reviews)
Etihad Airways
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Cathay Pacific
Good (1,276 reviews)
JetBlue
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Where to stay in Ashland

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Motel 6 Ashland Oh and Surrey Inn Ashland.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ashland

Most booked hotels in Ashland

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Hampton Inn & Suites Ashland
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 331 reviews)
$124+
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Quality Inn Ashland East
2 stars
Good (7.7, 328 reviews)
$70+
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Surrey Inn Ashland
2 stars
Good (7.5, 111 reviews)
$60+
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Motel 6 Ashland Oh
2 stars
Good (6.9, 280 reviews)
$67+
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Wingate by Wyndham Ashland
2 stars
Good (6.9, 281 reviews)
$80+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Ashland
2 stars
Good (6.8, 295 reviews)
$52+
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Renting a car in Ashland

Renting a car in Ashland costs $62 per day, on average, or $187 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Cleveland Hopkins Intl.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Ashland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47.

Renting a car in Ashland costs $62 per day, on average, or $187 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Cleveland Hopkins Intl.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Ashland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47.

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