4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Dartford
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Buses per day
46
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Dartford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Dartford will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 46 buses that leave Manchester for Dartford every day 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus12:504h10Manchester, Shudehill Interchange17:00London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)£91One-way0 changes- FlixBus5:004h20Manchester, Shudehill Interchange9:20London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus14:104h05Manchester, Shudehill Interchange18:15London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus13:054h30Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East17:35London, Victoria Coach Station£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus13:304h30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange18:00London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus7:503h45Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East11:35London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)£121One-way0 changes
- FlixBus10:203h45Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East14:05London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)£131One-way0 changes
- FlixBus6:203h50Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East10:10London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus13:053h55Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East17:00London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:004h00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange13:00London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Dartford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Dartford 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 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £125.
Distance: 281 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £162 Average Price | £202 Average Price |
6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Dartford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Dartford coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 0:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 5h55 | 6:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 0:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 5h30 | 5:50 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h35 | 7:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 5h10 | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h20 | 9:20 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h55 | 9:55 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
 NX540 · NX022 | 5:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 7h35 | 12:50 Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h45 | 10:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h10 | 10:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 4h25 | 10:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3h50 | 10:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h05 | 11:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h40 | 12:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 4h20 | 12:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3h45 | 11:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Dartford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Manchester to Dartford run on average 44 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 40 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 281 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 281 km |
Average bus duration 5h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 40 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Manchester to DartfordYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Dartford with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Dartford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Dartford 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 Dartford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Dartford
Most Manchester to Dartford buses use the Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Dartford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do buses to Dartford leave from?
Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East from Manchester city centre
Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Most popular bus connections from Manchester
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