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Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €54.00, with average prices for this route around €54.00.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
11:24 3h 41m, Changes required Crayford	15:05 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
11:54 3h 25m, Changes required Crayford	15:19 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
12:24 3h 41m, Changes required Crayford	16:05 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
12:54 3h 25m, Changes required Crayford	16:19 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
13:24 3h 41m, Changes required Crayford	17:05 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
13:54 3h 25m, Changes required Crayford	17:19 Paris	Find Tickets

Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train

04:54

Last train

23:54

Departure station

Dartford

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

3h 25m

Distance

281 km

Price

€54.00*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, Transport for Wales

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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Dartford to Manchester Piccadilly ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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