Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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 Machine Inn (6 St John St) are great picks.

When to visit Ashbourne

Ashbourne in February
Estimated hotel price
€71
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ashbourne in February
Estimated hotel price
€71
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 American Airlines, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from Ireland. The shortest flight to Ashbourne from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 1h.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Ashbourne, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Ashbourne to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around €40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about €101 for a 2h 46m 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 Budget, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ashbourne, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Ashbourne takes 113 km and will cost you around €9. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about €8 for a journey of 129 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 American Airlines, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from Ireland. The shortest flight to Ashbourne from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 1h.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Ashbourne, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Ashbourne to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around €40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about €101 for a 2h 46m 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 Budget, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ashbourne, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Ashbourne takes 113 km and will cost you around €9. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about €8 for a journey of 129 km.

Airports near Ashbourne

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Ashbourne

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Ashbourne

Most booked hotels in Ashbourne

Wildhive Callow Hall
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
€246+
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The Cow Dalbury
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€126+
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Yha Ilam Hall
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€22+
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The Dog and Partridge Country Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
€90+
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Travelodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€74+
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The Izaak Walton Country House Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
€145+
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Hiring a car in Ashbourne

Expect to pay €1.53 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 €18.33 and €24.44. The most frequently booked car type in Ashbourne is Full-size (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay €1.53 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 €18.33 and €24.44. The most frequently booked car type in Ashbourne is Full-size (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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