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Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $62.28, with average prices for this route around $62.28. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
06:20 4 hours 36 minutes, Changes required Dartford	10:56 Manchester Piccadilly	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:36 4 hours 25 minutes, Changes required Crayford	11:01 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
07:09 4 hours 56 minutes, Changes required Crayford	12:05 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
07:20 4 hours 45 minutes, Changes required Dartford	12:05 Manchester Piccadilly	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
07:39 4 hours 51 minutes, Changes required Crayford	12:30 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
08:24 4 hours 38 minutes, Changes required Crayford	13:02 Paris		Find Tickets

Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train

06:20

Last train

23:24

Departure station

Dartford

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

3 hours 40 minutes

Distance

281 km

Price

$62.28*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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