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Dartford Borough Museum
Local museum covering Dartford's industry, people and archaeology. A useful introduction to the town through compact displays and community stories.
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£58
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Dartford will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
To travel from Manchester to Dartford you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34255+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
P89659
C01291+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C37750+
P88360
W34266+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+
J99486
W34266+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C37707+
C10069
C01289+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C37644+
P88357
C01291+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C37750+
P88360
W34277+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C10058+
C37401
W34266+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C37707+
C10069
W34266+
Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+
J99486
C01289+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C37644+
P88357Omio 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
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£162 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £202 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* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Dartford trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C01289+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ P88648 | 14:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h47 | 18:21 Dartford station (DFD) | 2 changes | |
C01289+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C37644+ P88357 | 14:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h43 | 18:17 Dartford station (DFD) | 3 changes | |
W34266+ Tube from London Euston to London Bridge+ J99486 | 14:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h43 | 18:37 Dartford station (DFD) | 2 changes | |
W34266+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C10069+ C37707 | 14:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h35 | 18:29 Dartford station (DFD) | 3 changes | |
C01291+ C37750+ P88360+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) | 15:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h34 | 18:48 Dartford station (DFD) | 3 changes | |
W34255+ Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+ P89659 | 15:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h51 | 19:25 Dartford station (DFD) | 2 changes | |
W34277+ C37401+ C10058+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) | 15:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h35 | 19:29 Dartford station (DFD) | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Manchester to Dartford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £92 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
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 £92 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 21:53 |
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Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Dartford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dartford trip today.
Local museum covering Dartford's industry, people and archaeology. A useful introduction to the town through compact displays and community stories.
Historic house museum within the nearby Hall Place complex, open to visitors with period interiors, exhibitions and riverside grounds to explore.
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.
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.
Waterside nature reserve and viewpoint on the Thames. Popular for estuary views, birdwatching and seeing the bridge and crossing from open ground.
Managed reserve with woodland, heath and ponds on Dartford Heath. A rewarding walking area known for wildlife and quieter green space.
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.
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.
Kentish hopper cake is a simple local bread roll from Kent, traditionally served soft and flour-dusted with butter or fillings.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean spot serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a lively, contemporary setting.
Modern Indian restaurant in Dartford known for polished curries, grills and a smart yet relaxed atmosphere suitable for dinner out.
Established gastropub by Dartford Heath offering British pub dishes, Sunday roasts and drinks in a traditional inn setting.
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.
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.
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.

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.
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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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.
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 options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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 options are available at Dartford.
ATMs are available at Dartford.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dartford: Parking, WC.
Available at Dartford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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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