4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Dover
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£136
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Dover will cost around £136 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
To travel from Manchester to Dover you need to make at least 2 changes.
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P89045+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P8568912:344h26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:00Dover Priory (DVP)£351One-way3 changes- W33948+P85942+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International12:143h59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)16:13Dover Priory (DVP)£351One-way2 changes
- W34270+P85948+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International13:144h00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:14Dover Priory (DVP)£591One-way2 changes
- W34191+P85954+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International13:544h21Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:15Dover Priory (DVP)£591One-way2 changes
- W34031+P85948+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International12:544h20Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:14Dover Priory (DVP)£591One-way2 changes
- W34134+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P859239:143h59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:13Dover Priory (DVP)£2731One-way2 changes
- W33952+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P859178:143h59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:13Dover Priory (DVP)£2731One-way2 changes
- W33948+P85942+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International12:143h59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)16:13Dover Priory (DVP)£351One-way2 changes
- W34270+P85948+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International13:144h00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:14Dover Priory (DVP)£591One-way2 changes
- W34090+P85930+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International9:544h19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:13Dover Priory (DVP)£1101One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester to Dover
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. 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 £17, and a flight costs an average of £65.
Distance: 355 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£98 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £182 Average Price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 2m Average total duration 8h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Dover train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Dover trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33952+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85917 | 8:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h59 | 12:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| W34104+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P89021 · P85663 | 8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h21 | 12:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
| W33888+P85923+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 13:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| W34134+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85923 | 9:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h59 | 13:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| W33893+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85671 · P89027 | 9:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h21 | 13:55 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
| W34090+P85930+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 9:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 14:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| W33948+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85942 | 12:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h59 | 16:13 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| W33925+P89045 · P85689+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 12:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h26 | 17:00 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
| W34031+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85948 | 12:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h20 | 17:14 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| W34270+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85948 | 13:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h00 | 17:14 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
| W33886+P89052+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85695 | 13:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h26 | 18:00 Dover Priory (DVP) | 3 changes | |
| W34191+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+P85954 | 13:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h21 | 18:15 Dover Priory (DVP) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Dover
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Dover run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:52, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 355 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 355 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 2:52 |
Last train 21:48 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway from Manchester to Dover trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Manchester and Dover from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Dover train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Dover 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 Dover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Dover
Most Manchester to Dover trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Dover Priory station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Dover train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Dover leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly 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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Dover station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Dover Priory from Dover city centre
Dover Priory train station facilities and services
Dover Priory has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dover Priory.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dover Priory.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dover Priory. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dover Priory: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dover Priory: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dover Priory: 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 via booking hall, 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: At the front of the station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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