What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Ashford?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Ashford is to bus and train which costs £24 - £110 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Ashford?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Ashford is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £50 - £230.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Ashford?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Ashford International via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Manchester to Ashford?

The distance between Manchester and Ashford is 240 miles. The road distance is 246.9 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Ashford without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Ashford without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £50 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Ashford?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Manchester to Ashford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Ashford train from?

Manchester to Ashford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Manchester to Ashford train arrive?

Manchester to Ashford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Ashford?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Ashford is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Manchester to Ashford.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Ashford?

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Where can I stay near Ashford?

There are 1549+ hotels available in Ashford.

Manchester to Ashford - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Ashford by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 14m
£51–221
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Ashford Internationaltrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
7h 10m
£24–102
Bus, train via London
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Marble Archbus 540 / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
6h 9m
£28–80
Drive 245.4 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Ashfordcar 245.4 mi
4h 45m
£60–87
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain
4h 9m
£71–247
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
5h 34m
£206–485
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain
6h 19m
£83–242
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain
5h 4m
£100–324

Manchester to Ashford by train and foot

262Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Ashford.

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Distance: 239.1 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Ashford, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Ashford International via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 14m.

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