Travelling from Stansted Airport to Ashford by train

Want to know how to get from Stansted Airport to Ashford by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Stansted Airport to Ashford take around 1 hour and 40 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 93 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stansted Airport is scheduled to depart at around  00:30. The last departure is usually at around 23:59 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Stansted Airport at around 06:13, with the last train leaving at around 23:59. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 78 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £33.20.

We think any time is a great time to visit Ashford, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Ashford.

Is there a direct train from Stansted Airport to Ashford?

The journey between Stansted Airport and Ashford usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Stansted Airport to Ashford every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Stansted Airport to Ashford?

The Stansted Airport to Ashford train travel takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stansted Airport to Ashford train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Ashford leaving Stansted Airport at around 00:30 and the last train leaving at around 23:59 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Stansted Airport at around 06:13, with the final departure at 23:59.