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Compare train, coach and flight for Gravesend to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gravesend to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 288 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price | £186 Average Price |
7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gravesend to Manchester
Buses from Gravesend to Manchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 288 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 288 km |
Average bus duration 6h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 59m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Gravesend to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Gravesend to Manchester with National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Gravesend to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gravesend to Manchester by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gravesend and Manchester
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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