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Dartford Borough Museum
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Compare coach and train for York to Dartford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from York to Dartford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £109. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £109, and a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 293 km
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£109 Average Price Cheapest | £142 Average Price |
27h 32m Average total duration 27h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book York to Dartford coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from York to Dartford.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from York to Dartford.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Dartford
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Buses from York to Dartford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 27h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £109 but you can travel from only £68 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 22:12. The fastest coach covers the 293 km distance in 27h 1m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £68
Distance 293 km |
Average bus duration 27h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £109 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 27h 1m |
First bus 1:45 |
Last bus 22:12 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £68
Bus providers: National Express from York to DartfordYou can travel by bus between York to Dartford with National Express for as low as £68. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
27h 1m
Cheapest Price
£109
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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Things to do in Dartford
Discover the best of Dartford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dartford trip today.
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Hall Place
Historic house museum within the nearby Hall Place complex, open to visitors with period interiors, exhibitions and riverside grounds to explore.
Hall Place Visitor Centre
Heritage visitor centre telling the story of nearby Hall Place and its estate. Exhibits add context to one of the area's best-known historic sites.
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Central Park
Large town-centre park with lakes, lawns, play areas and event spaces. Ideal for an easy walk and a break close to Dartford's main attractions.
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Darenth Country Park
Waterside nature reserve and viewpoint on the Thames. Popular for estuary views, birdwatching and seeing the bridge and crossing from open ground.
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Beacon Wood Country Park
Managed reserve with woodland, heath and ponds on Dartford Heath. A rewarding walking area known for wildlife and quieter green space.
Pie And Mash
Pie and mash is a classic working-class meal of minced beef pie with mashed potato, often served with parsley liquor, long associated with London and nearby Kent.
- Gluten-free
Jellied Eels
Jellied eels are chopped eels set in a spiced stock jelly, a traditional Thames-side speciality long eaten across east London and the lower Kent area.
- Vegetarian
Kentish Hopper Cake
Kentish hopper cake is a simple local bread roll from Kent, traditionally served soft and flour-dusted with butter or fillings.
Margiotta
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean spot serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a lively, contemporary setting.
The Raj
Modern Indian restaurant in Dartford known for polished curries, grills and a smart yet relaxed atmosphere suitable for dinner out.
The Bull
Established gastropub by Dartford Heath offering British pub dishes, Sunday roasts and drinks in a traditional inn setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate by South East England standards: accommodation and rail fares can add up, while pubs, cafés and casual dining are fairly typical for day trips from London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 5-10%. Café tipping is optional.
FAQs: York to Dartford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
Cheap coach tickets from York to Dartford can start from as little as £109 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for York to Dartford is £109; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from York to Dartford is 27h 1m to travel the 293 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from York to Dartford leaves at 1:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from York to Dartford leaves at 22:12.
There are 4 coaches a day from York to Dartford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from York to Dartford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Dartford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between York and Dartford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from York , you have various coach station options to start your route from including York, Rail Station, York, Station Rd . When arriving in Dartford , you can end your route in coach stations like Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre.Passengers board the coach most frequently from York, Rail Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Dartford from York is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 27h 1m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from York to Dartford is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between York and Dartford including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from York to Dartford:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from York to Dartford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from York to Dartford depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from York to Dartford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from York to Dartford:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from York to Dartford:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from York to Dartford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from York to Dartford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from York to Dartford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from York to Dartford with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in York and Dartford
Most York to Dartford buses use the York, Rail Station to Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Dartford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in York
Arrival bus stations in Dartford
Which York station do buses to Dartford leave from?
Buses from York to Dartford leave from York, Rail Station. The station is 1 km from York city centre at York YO1 6JT, United Kingdom.
York, Rail StationYork YO1 6JT, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to York, Rail Station from York city centre
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York, Rail Station bus station facilities and services
York, Rail Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York, Rail Station. ATMs are available at York, Rail Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York, Rail Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York, Rail Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Rail Station: Standard accessibility features available.
York, Station RdYork (YRK), Station Rd, York YO24 1AB, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to York, Station Rd from York city centre
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York, Station Rd bus station facilities and services
York, Station Rd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York, Station Rd. ATMs are available at York, Station Rd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York, Station Rd.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York, Station Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Station Rd: Accessible with ramps for wheelchairs.
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