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 Glasgow 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 Turo and Sixt, 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 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 Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Airports near Ashford

Airlines serving Ashford

Lufthansa
Good (8,092 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,068 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,433 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,414 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,614 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,882 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,596 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,851 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,251 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,203 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,463 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (413 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,389 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,298 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 £201 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ashford

Most booked hotels in Ashford

Fair View
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
£200+
Holiday Inn Ashford - North A20 By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£68+
Hythe Imperial Hotel, Spa & Golf
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£70+
Hampton by Hilton Ashford International
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£81+
The Woolpack Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£92+
Premier Inn Ashford - Eureka Leisure Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£55+

Hiring a car in Ashford

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

Expect to pay £1.59 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 £18.98 and £25.30. 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 Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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

Expect to pay £1.59 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 £18.98 and £25.30. 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 Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.