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Ashford Museum
Local museum covering Ashford's social, industrial, and railway past. A practical starting point for understanding how the town developed over centuries.
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Ashford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Ashford will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Ashford without transferring at least 2 times.
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P85954Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Ashford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $77, and a flight costs an average of $73.
Distance: 208 miles (335 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$108 Average price Cheapest | $182 Average price | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Ashford:
A train is $73 (€73) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Ashford costing on average $182 (€182).
Other travel options to Ashford take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 4m.
You'll arrive about 1h 56m sooner (3h 4m by train vs 5h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $108 (€108) compared to roughly $73 (€73) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Ashford trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W33952+ P85917+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 8:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h31 | 11:45 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
W34104+ P85663+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 8:34 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h41 | 12:15 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
W34134+ P85923+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 9:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h28 | 12:42 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
W33893+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85671 | 9:34 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h44 | 1:18 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
W33896+ P85930+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 10:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h31 | 1:45 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
W33902+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85677 | 10:34 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h44 | 2:18 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
W33925+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85689 | 12:34 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h41 | 4:15 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
W34031+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85948 | 12:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h48 | 4:42 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
W34270+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85948 | 1:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h28 | 4:42 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
W33886+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85695 | 1:34 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h41 | 5:15 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
W34191+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85954 | 1:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h51 | 5:45 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
W34228+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85954 | 2:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h31 | 5:45 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Manchester to Ashford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€77) but you can travel from only $73 (€73) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:13, the last at 21:16. The fastest train covers the 208 miles (335 km) distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 208 miles (335 km) |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€77) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 1:13 AM |
Last train 9:16 PM |
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Discover the best of Ashford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ashford trip today.
Local museum covering Ashford's social, industrial, and railway past. A practical starting point for understanding how the town developed over centuries.
National Trust house museum dedicated to actress Ellen Terry. Visit for theatrical collections, period rooms, and atmospheric riverside gardens.
Historic county prison museum interpreting crime and punishment in Kent. Its preserved cells and stark stories make a compelling regional day trip.
Award-winning urban park beside the Great Stour with sculpture, play areas, and broad lawns. A top everyday Ashford spot for walks and relaxation.
Protected heath and woodland with waymarked trails and sweeping views. Excellent for nature walks, birdlife, and a quieter landscape near town.
Large family-friendly country park with woodland trails, lakes, and open grassland. Popular for easy walking, cycling, and seasonal outdoor activities.
A Kent classic of apples baked in pastry or served as a simple pudding. It reflects the county's long orchard tradition around Ashford.
Small sweet cherries grown across Kent. They are prized in summer and closely tied to the county's fruit farming heritage.
English strawberries from Kent, often eaten with cream in season. The county is one of Britain's best known fruit-growing areas.
Stylish restaurant and wine bar in Ashford known for modern British plates, steaks, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Well-regarded Indian restaurant in Ashford with refined curries and attentive service in an established, comfortable dining room.
Popular pub-restaurant in Ashford serving British classics, grills, and Sunday roasts in a casual traditional setting.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and rail can be pricey, but dining and local buses are manageable versus London or major UK tourist cities.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Ashford International -> Park Street, Ashford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Ashford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ashford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Ashford trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Ashford International station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Ashford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Ashford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Ashford International.
ATMs are available at Ashford International.
Ticket office support is available at Ashford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ashford International: Parking, WC.
Available at Ashford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: These are located in the booking hall on the domestic side of the station. They are also located in the subway adjacent to the gateline on the international side of the station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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