Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car
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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 March
Estimated hotel price
£70
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ashford in March
Estimated hotel price
£70
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 46 miles from Ashford. The shortest domestic flight to Ashford departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Ashford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 50 miles from Ashford. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Ashford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 46 miles from Ashford. The shortest domestic flight to Ashford departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Ashford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 50 miles from Ashford. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Airports near Ashford

Airlines serving Ashford

Lufthansa
Good (8,271 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,580 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,255 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,094 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,645 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,671 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,319 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,010 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,540 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,745 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,444 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,511 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ashford

Average rates range from around £79 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £236 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ashford

Most booked hotels in Ashford

Little Dane Court
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£123+
Hampton by Hilton Ashford International
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£75+
The Woolpack Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£82+
The Conningbrook Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£69+
Weald of Kent
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£70+
Ashford International Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£63+

Hiring a car in Ashford

Hiring a car in Ashford costs £41 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.75 per litre in Ashford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.89 and £27.85. The most frequently booked car type in Ashford is Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Ashford costs £41 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.75 per litre in Ashford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.89 and £27.85. The most frequently booked car type in Ashford is Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.