What is the cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Ashford?

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Ashford is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stanstead to Ashford?

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Ashford is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Stanstead and Ashford?

No, there is no direct train from Stanstead to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Sudbury (Suffolk) and arriving at Ashford International via Marks Tey, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Ashford?

The distance between Stanstead and Ashford is 124 miles. The road distance is 98.5 miles.

How do I travel from Stanstead to Ashford without a car?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Ashford without a car is to line 43 bus and train which takes 3h 12m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Stanstead to Ashford?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Stanstead to Ashford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Ashford train from?

Stanstead to Ashford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Marks Tey station.

Where does the Stanstead to Ashford train arrive?

Stanstead to Ashford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Ashford?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Ashford is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Stanstead to Ashford.

Where can I stay near Ashford?

There are 1671+ hotels available in Ashford.

Stanstead to Ashford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stanstead to Ashford by bus, train, or car

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Line 43 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Groves Closebus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
3h 12m
£53–106
Drive 98 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanstead to Ashfordcar 98 mi
1h 54m
£24–35
Train
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 19m
£53–107
Line 42 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Interchangebus 42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Coach Stationbus X20
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
4. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
4h 34m
£39–79

Stanstead to Ashford by bus and train

209Weekly Services

3h 12mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.4 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Stanstead, England and Ashford, England?

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Ashford International via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 3h 19m.

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