Ashbourne travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ashbourne

With a population of 5,132, Ashbourne is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ashbourne to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Ashbourne

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Duncombe Arms (The Duncombe Arms) and BEAR Ashbourne (19 St John St) are great picks.

When to visit Ashbourne

Ashbourne in July
Estimated hotel price
£77
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ashbourne in July
Estimated hotel price
£77
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ashbourne

Plane

Although Ashbourne doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 52 km from Ashbourne. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Ashbourne departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Ashbourne, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Ashbourne to Liverpool takes 0h 37m and costs around £11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £6 for a 1h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Ashbourne is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 201 km from Ashbourne. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ashbourne, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Ashbourne takes 72 km and will cost you around £6. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 108 km.

Plane

Although Ashbourne doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 52 km from Ashbourne. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Ashbourne departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Ashbourne, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Ashbourne to Liverpool takes 0h 37m and costs around £11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £6 for a 1h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Ashbourne is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 201 km from Ashbourne. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ashbourne, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Ashbourne takes 72 km and will cost you around £6. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 108 km.

Airports near Ashbourne

Airlines serving Ashbourne

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Ashbourne

Most booked hotels in Ashbourne

The Cow Dalbury
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£139+
Wildhive Callow Hall
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£168+
Yha Ilam Hall
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£15+
The Izaak Walton Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£108+
The Dog and Partridge Country Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£89+
Travelodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£54+

Hiring a car in Ashbourne

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Ashbourne (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.77 and £23.69. The most frequently booked car type in Ashbourne is Standard (Volkswagen Tiguan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Ashbourne (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.77 and £23.69. The most frequently booked car type in Ashbourne is Standard (Volkswagen Tiguan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.