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Compare train for London to Ashford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ashford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, while a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$39 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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The journey is about 27m faster (1h 14m by train vs 1h 41m by car) and roughly $2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($39 vs $41). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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How to get from London to Ashford by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from London to Ashford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
P890331:13 PM1h08London Bridge (LBG)2:21 PMAshford International (AFK)$201One-way0 transfers
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P890331:13 PM1h08London Bridge (LBG)2:21 PMAshford International (AFK)$201One-way0 transfers
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P857485:20 PM0h35London St Pancras International (STP)5:55 PMAshford International (AFK)$431One-way0 transfers
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P8902712:13 PM1h08London Bridge (LBG)1:21 PMAshford International (AFK)$201One-way0 transfers
P8902411:43 AM1h12London Bridge (LBG)12:55 PMAshford International (AFK)$201One-way0 transfers
P8903012:43 PM1h12London Bridge (LBG)1:55 PMAshford International (AFK)$201One-way0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from London to Ashford
Travel to Ashford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Ashford.

- Around 10 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Ashford as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Ashford International (AFK).
- Travel with Southern, Southeastern to go to Ashford by train.
- 9 direct trains per day with Southeastern.
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