Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 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 Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, 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 Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Airports near Ashford

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Ashford

Lufthansa
Good (8,109 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,532 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,087 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,430 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,616 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,909 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,605 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,859 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,282 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,471 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (417 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,401 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,310 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ashford

Average rates range from around £78 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £218 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ashford

Most booked hotels in Ashford

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Fair View
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
£199+
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Hythe Imperial Hotel, Spa & Golf
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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Holiday Inn Ashford - North A20 By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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Hampton by Hilton Ashford International
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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The Woolpack Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Weald of Kent Golf Course and Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Hiring a car in Ashford

Hiring a car in Ashford costs £38 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.53 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 £18.31 and £24.41. 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 Compact car hire (Skoda Fabia or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Ashford costs £38 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.53 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 £18.31 and £24.41. 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 Compact car hire (Skoda Fabia or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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