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
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ashford in March
Estimated hotel price
£68
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 domestic flight to Ashford departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Ashford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 80 km from Ashford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

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 domestic flight to Ashford departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Ashford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 80 km from Ashford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Ashford

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Ashford

Lufthansa
Good (8,225 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,571 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,202 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,062 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,559 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,166 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,978 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,205 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,579 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,532 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,467 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,593 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ashford

Average rates range from around £81 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £258 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ashford

Most booked hotels in Ashford

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Little Dane Court
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£123+
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Hampton by Hilton Ashford International
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Holiday Inn Ashford - North A20 By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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The Woolpack Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£89+
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The Conningbrook Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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Ashford International Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Hiring a car in Ashford

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

Expect to pay £1.64 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 £19.63 and £26.18. The most frequently booked car type in Ashford is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 16% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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

Expect to pay £1.64 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 £19.63 and £26.18. The most frequently booked car type in Ashford is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 16% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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