4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Dartford
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Buses per day
47
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 £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 47 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 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 15 m 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.
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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 £6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a flight costs an average of £77.
Distance: 281 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £136 Average Price | £152 Average Price |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m 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 today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 14:45 Manchester | 7h00 | 21:45 Dartford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:00 Manchester | 4h25 | 20:25 Dartford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 30 November | |||||
| FlixBus | 00:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 6h05 | 06:25 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 00:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 5h35 | 05:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 02:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h35 | 07:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 02:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 5h10 | 08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 04:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h40 | 09:20 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 04:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 5h15 | 09:55 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX540 · NX022 | 05:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h40 | 12:20 Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 06:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 5h05 | 11:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h30 | 10:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 4h10 | 10:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 4h45 | 11:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h25 | 12:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 5h00 | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Dartford
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Buses from Manchester to Dartford run on average 33 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 29 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 15m.
Distance 281 km |
Average bus duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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 £6. 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Dartford
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Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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ShowerTicket Office- 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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