Broadstairs to Ashford by train

Broadstairs to Ashford by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Broadstairs to Ashford? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 46 kilometres.

Train cost for travel between Broadstairs and Ashford

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$25.29, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

• Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

• Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

• Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

• Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

• Are an even greener travel option than high speed

• Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train schedule for travel between Broadstairs and Ashford

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 38 trains make this journey of 46 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Broadstairs is at 05:49 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:59.

During the weekend, 05:59 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:05 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 10 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Broadstairs and Ashford

The route’s fastest journey takes 40 minutes, covering a total of 46 kilometres.

Booking Broadstairs to Ashford trains in advance

Booking your Broadstairs to Ashford tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 and a half months before departure.

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More information on train travel from Broadstairs to Ashford

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Ashford city guide to get you started.