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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Ashford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ashford

With a population of 62,787, Ashford is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ashford to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Ashford

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Tiger Inn (Scotts Lane) and Five Bells Inn (The St) are great picks.

When to visit Ashford

Ashford in January
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ashford in January
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ashford

Plane

Although Ashford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 73 km from Ashford. The shortest flight to Ashford from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 6h 46m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Ashford, followed by Eurostar. Located 0.3 km from the city center, Ashford International is the busiest station in Ashford. Another popular train station is Ashford Appledore, located 13 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Ashford is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 80 km from Ashford. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ashford, including National Express, FlixBus and Bus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Ashford takes 193 km and will cost you around $8. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 225 km. The most popular bus station is Ashford Ashford, located 0.4 km from downtown Ashford. Ashford Ashford Willesborough is also a commonly used station, and is 3.1 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Ashford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 73 km from Ashford. The shortest flight to Ashford from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 6h 46m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Ashford, followed by Eurostar. Located 0.3 km from the city center, Ashford International is the busiest station in Ashford. Another popular train station is Ashford Appledore, located 13 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Ashford is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 80 km from Ashford. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ashford, including National Express, FlixBus and Bus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Ashford takes 193 km and will cost you around $8. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 225 km. The most popular bus station is Ashford Ashford, located 0.4 km from downtown Ashford. Ashford Ashford Willesborough is also a commonly used station, and is 3.1 km from the city center.

Airports near Ashford

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Ashford

KLM
Good (1,473 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,858 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,804 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,303 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,259 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,145 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,453 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,544 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,720 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,818 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (391 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,171 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,217 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ashford

Average rates range from around $90 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $131 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ashford

Most booked hotels in Ashford

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Hythe Imperial Hotel, Spa & Golf
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3296 reviews)
$78+
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Holiday Inn Ashford - North A20 By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1341 reviews)
$71+
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The Woolpack Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1030 reviews)
$86+
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The White Lion
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1428 reviews)
$109+
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Weald of Kent Golf Course and Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1733 reviews)
$80+
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London Beach Country Hotel & Golf Club
3 stars
Excellent (8, 817 reviews)
$139+
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Renting a car in Ashford

Expect to pay $6.89 per gallon in Ashford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $82.67 and $110.23. The most frequently booked car type in Ashford is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $6.89 per gallon in Ashford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $82.67 and $110.23. The most frequently booked car type in Ashford is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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