4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Dartford
Cheapest price
€65
Average price
€65
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Dartford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Dartford will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Dartford without transferring at least 2 times.
W34255+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
P896593:34 PM3h51Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:25 PMDartford station (DFD)€651One-way2 transfers- C01289+P88648+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge2:34 PM3h47Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:21 PMDartford station (DFD)€651One-way2 transfers
- C01291+
C37750+P88360+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)3:14 PM3h34Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:48 PMDartford station (DFD)€651One-way3 transfers - W34266+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+J994862:54 PM3h43Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:37 PMDartford station (DFD)€651One-way2 transfers
- C01289+C37644+P88357+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)2:34 PM3h43Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:17 PMDartford station (DFD)€651One-way3 transfers
- C01291+C37750+P88360+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)3:14 PM3h34Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:48 PMDartford station (DFD)€651One-way3 transfers
- W34266+
C10069+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C377072:54 PM3h35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:29 PMDartford station (DFD)€651One-way3 transfers - W34277+C10058+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C374013:54 PM3h35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:29 PMDartford station (DFD)€671One-way3 transfers
- W34266+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+J994862:54 PM3h43Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:37 PMDartford station (DFD)€651One-way2 transfers
- C01289+C37644+P88357+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)2:34 PM3h43Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:17 PMDartford station (DFD)€651One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester to Dartford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Dartford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €139.
Distance: 281 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€181 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €225 Average price |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Dartford train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Dartford trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01289+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+P88648 | 2:34 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h47 | 6:21 PM Dartford station (DFD) | 2 transfers | |
| C01289+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+P88357+C37644 | 2:34 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h43 | 6:17 PM Dartford station (DFD) | 3 transfers | |
| W34266+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C37707+C10069 | 2:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h35 | 6:29 PM Dartford station (DFD) | 3 transfers | |
| W34266+Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+J99486 | 2:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h43 | 6:37 PM Dartford station (DFD) | 2 transfers | |
| C01291+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+P88360+C37750 | 3:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h34 | 6:48 PM Dartford station (DFD) | 3 transfers | |
| W34255+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+P89659 | 3:34 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h51 | 7:25 PM Dartford station (DFD) | 2 transfers | |
| W34277+C10058+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C37401 | 3:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h35 | 7:29 PM Dartford station (DFD) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Dartford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Dartford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €102 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 281 km |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €102 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 9:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains from Manchester to Dartford trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Manchester and Dartford from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Dartford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Dartford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dartford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Dartford
Most Manchester to Dartford trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Dartford station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Dartford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Dartford leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Dartford station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Dartford from Dartford city centre
Dartford train station facilities and services
Dartford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dartford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dartford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dartford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dartford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dartford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dartford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: 2 x in booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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