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Trains from Dartford (DFD) to Manchester Stations

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52

train journeys
per day

174

miles (281 kms)

3hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

04:48 / 00:08

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Dartford (DFD) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 52 scheduled rail journeys between Dartford and Manchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 52 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dartford to Manchester Stations is approximately 174 miles (281 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Dartford and Manchester Stations .

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Dartford to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:48
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:05
    4 hrs 2 changes
    09:05
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:35
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:19
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:47
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:17
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:50
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    10:19
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:51
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:57
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:24
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:50
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    11:19
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:07
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:24
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:05
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:24
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:05
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:05
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:24
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:44
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Dartford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly

About Dartford Station

Station name Dartford (DFD)
Address Dartford station, Station Approach, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1BP
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:40
Saturday 06:10 - 19:40
Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Dartford and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Dartford and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dartford and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 52 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:08.

First class tickets on trains between Dartford and Manchester Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Dartford and Manchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Dartford & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 52 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Dartford and Manchester Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Dartford and Manchester Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.