Tri-State/Milton J. Ferguson Field
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Tri-State/Milton J. Ferguson Field HTS

United States

Huntington Tri-State Airport is a small regional airport serving the area where West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio meet.

Access point to Huntington, West Virginia, a city on the Ohio River home to Marshall University.

Content verified on 06/09/2026
Official source: www.tristateairport.com

How to get to Tri-State/Milton J. Ferguson Field

Huntington downtown is several km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 20-25 minutes by car or taxi.

By Car

Travelers arriving by car reach downtown Huntington in approximately 20-25 minutes, traffic permitting.

By Train

There is no railway station at the airport: the Amtrak station in Huntington is located downtown.

By Bus

There is no direct and frequent public bus connection to the airport: taxis and ride-hailing are practical options.
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Tips Given the lack of a direct public transit connection, book a taxi or ride-hailing service in advance, especially for early morning or evening flights.

Average travel time to HTS

TrainNot available (Amtrak station is in downtown)
Shuttle busNot available (no direct and frequent public connection)
Taxi / Private hire20-25 minutes (25-35 USD)

Parking near Tri-State/Milton J. Ferguson Field

Parking is located adjacent to the terminal, with a maximum daily rate of 6 USD (first 15 minutes free, then 1 USD up to 60 min, 2 USD up to 3 hours).

How to get to Huntington from HTS

By Train

There is no train station at the airport; the Amtrak station is located in the city center.

By Bus

There is no direct and frequent public bus connection: taxi and ride-hailing are the practical options.

By Taxi

A taxi or Uber/Lyft costs approximately 25-35 USD to downtown, with a trip of 20-25 minutes (plus tip 15-20%).

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Car rental at Tri-State/Milton J. Ferguson Field

Car rental companies present are few, consistent with the airport's traffic volume.

 

Hotels near Tri-State/Milton J. Ferguson Field

Huntington Tri-State is a small regional airport about 10 miles from downtown: it has no affiliated hotels or direct public transport, only taxis, rideshare, and rental cars, with a 15-20 minute drive to reach the city. The Delta Hotels Huntington Downtown offers a free shuttle to the terminal, convenient for those arriving without a car. Those looking for more chain choice and wanting to stay near Marshall University and the hospital find a group of hotels along exit 11 of I-64, at a similar distance from the airport as the historic downtown.
City centre

Downtown Huntington

Free shuttle from the Delta Hotels to the terminal; by car or taxi 15-20 minutes (10 miles)

Best for: Convenient for those who want the free airport shuttle and the venues near Pullman Square

Pros
  • Free airport shuttle offered by the Delta Hotels
  • Pullman Square, the Civic Center, and downtown restaurants within walking distance
Cons
  • No direct public transport to the airport, only hotel shuttle or taxi
  • An area with fewer hotels overall compared to larger cities
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Neighbourhood

Exit 11 area off I-64 (Kinetic Drive)

About 15-20 minutes by car or taxi from the terminal, no direct public transport

Best for: For those who want to stay near Marshall University and the hospital with more hotel choice

Pros
  • More chain hotel choice than downtown
  • A few minutes from Marshall University and the city hospitals
Cons
  • A commercial area along the highway, little to see on foot in the evening
  • A car is still needed to reach the historic downtown
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Airport services

The airport serves the Tri-State area where West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio meet, with limited domestic connections.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free space is compact, consistent with the airport's traffic volume.

Lounges & relaxation

No dedicated lounges are available.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the terminal area; major U.S. telecom companies have full coverage.

Families & Children

Minimal family services are organized in the waiting areas.

Terminal guide

The terminal, of modest size, handles a limited number of domestic connections.

The recommended time before departure for flights is 2 hours.

Map of Tri-State/Milton J. Ferguson Field

Map of Tri-State/Milton J. Ferguson Field

Frequently asked questions

Q. What does "Tri-State" mean for Huntington Airport?

The area where West Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio meet, served by this airport.

Q. Is Huntington home to a university?

Yes, Marshall University is located downtown.

Q. Is there a public bus to Huntington Airport?

No, there's no direct and frequent connection: taxi and ride-hailing are the recommended options.

Q. Is Huntington on the Ohio River?

Yes, a West Virginia city situated on this river.

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