To get to Ashbourne from Derby, follow the A52 west for around 13 miles. From Stoke-on-Trent, take the A52 east for approximately 18 miles. If coming from Manchester, take the A6 south towards Bakewell and then follow the A515 for 10 miles to reach Ashbourne. If traveling by rail, the nearest station is Belper, which is a 20-minute drive away from Ashbourne.
If you are in the Peak District, you could take the scenic route through Dovedale and drive along the winding B5054 and then onto the A515 to reach Ashbourne. Alternatively, if you're in nearby towns like Uttoxeter or Burton-upon-Trent, the A50 is the best way to get to Ashbourne.
The closest airport to Ashbourne is East Midlands Airport, which is approximately 21 miles away. To get to Ashbourne from the airport, you can take the A50 and A515 roads. It should take you around 30-40 minutes, depending on traffic.