The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK)
Cheapest price
€56
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK) will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.
It's difficult to get from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK) without transferring at least 2 times.
P66278+
P89027+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge10:28 AM2h53Stansted Airport (SSD)1:21 PMAshford International (AFK)€561One-way2 transfers
P66093+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
P890036:25 AM3h06Stansted Airport (SSD)9:31 AMAshford International (AFK)€561One-way2 transfers
P66115+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
P890066:50 AM3h08Stansted Airport (SSD)9:58 AMAshford International (AFK)€561One-way2 transfers
P02909+
P89009+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge7:20 AM3h03Stansted Airport (SSD)10:23 AMAshford International (AFK)€561One-way2 transfers
P66300+
P89030+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge10:58 AM2h57Stansted Airport (SSD)1:55 PMAshford International (AFK)€561One-way2 transfers
P66300 · L55714+
P8592310:58 AM1h44Stansted Airport (SSD)12:42 PMAshford International (AFK)€761One-way2 transfers
P66278 · L55708+
P8566310:28 AM1h47Stansted Airport (SSD)12:15 PMAshford International (AFK)€761One-way2 transfers
P66115 · L55667+
P858946:50 AM1h52Stansted Airport (SSD)8:42 AMAshford International (AFK)€761One-way2 transfers
P66093 · L55663+
P856286:25 AM1h53Stansted Airport (SSD)8:18 AMAshford International (AFK)€761One-way2 transfers
P02909 · L55672+
P856367:20 AM1h58Stansted Airport (SSD)9:18 AMAshford International (AFK)€761One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€64 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK):
A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK) costing on average €64.
Other travel options to Ashford International (AFK) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 46m.
Tickets start at around €64 compared to roughly €28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-36.91. The journey takes 1h 34m versus 1h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P01069+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85628 | 6:05 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h13 | 8:18 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P66093+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89003 | 6:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h06 | 9:31 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P66093 · L55663+ P85628 | 6:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h53 | 8:18 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P66105+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85894 | 6:41 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h01 | 8:42 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P66115 · L55667+ P85894 | 6:50 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h52 | 8:42 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P66115+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89006 | 6:50 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h08 | 9:58 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P02907+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85636 | 7:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h09 | 9:18 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P02909+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89009 | 7:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h03 | 10:23 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P02909 · L55672+ P85636 | 7:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h58 | 9:18 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P66151+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85902 | 7:41 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h04 | 9:45 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P66278 · L55708+ P85663 | 10:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h47 | 12:15 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P66278+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89027 | 10:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h53 | 1:21 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P66289+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85923 | 10:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h59 | 12:42 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P66300 · L55714+ P85923 | 10:58 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h44 | 12:42 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P66300+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ P89030 | 10:58 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h57 | 1:55 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
P66314+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ P85671 | 11:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h07 | 1:18 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 2 transfers | |
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Why should you book Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Greater Anglia?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Greater Anglia, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK)
Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €29 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 10:58. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 10:58 AM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Southeastern from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK) trainsGreater Anglia, Southeastern trains will get you between Stansted Airport (SSD) and Ashford International (AFK) from €29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK) 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 International (AFK), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK)
Most Stansted Airport (SSD) to Ashford International (AFK) trains use the London St Pancras International to Ashford International station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted Airport (SSD) and Ashford International (AFK) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Ashford International from Ashford city centre
Ashford International train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Ashford International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ashford International.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ashford International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ashford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
