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Science and Industry Museum
Major museum exploring Manchester’s industrial heritage, science, engineering and transport on the historic Liverpool Road site.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dartford to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dartford to Manchester will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 1 buses that leave Dartford for Manchester on Tue, Jun 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 09 the direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Tue, Jun 09 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $113.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price | $270 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dartford to Manchester:
A bus is $107 (€87) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dartford to Manchester costing on average $126 (€103).
A bus is $251 (€204) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dartford to Manchester costing on average $270 (€220).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 14m.
Bus takes on average 5h 45m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
The table below shows live departures for Dartford to Manchester buses for today, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:30 PM Dartford | 4h30 | 2:00 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Dartford to Manchester run on average 39 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 36 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€9) |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 36 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Major museum exploring Manchester’s industrial heritage, science, engineering and transport on the historic Liverpool Road site.
Leading civic gallery with important British art, design, fashion and rotating exhibitions in the city centre.
Large university museum with acclaimed natural history, archaeology and cultural collections after a major redevelopment.
Creative district known for street art, indie culture, music heritage, vintage character and photogenic backstreets.
Canal-side conservation area with Roman roots, warehouses, bridges and some of Manchester’s best urban walks.
Historic civic square framed by landmark architecture and a frequent focal point for events and city photos.
A classic Manchester dessert with a shortcrust pastry shell, raspberry jam, custard, and coconut, often topped with a cherry.
A famous Greater Manchester pastry made with flaky pastry filled with currants, butter, and sugar, traditionally eaten as a local sweet treat.
A traditional North West breakfast staple made from pork blood, oats, and seasoning, strongly associated with nearby Bury and commonly served in Manchester.
A highly regarded steak and seafood restaurant set in a former courthouse, popular for British ingredients, polished service, and a lively atmosphere.
A very popular restaurant inspired by Bombay Irani cafes, praised for flavorful dishes, distinctive decor, and all-day dining.
A renowned fine dining restaurant in central Manchester, known for refined modern British cooking and elegant service in a historic setting.
Moderate by UK standards. Budget eats are easy to find, but hotels, drinks, and central dining cost more on weekends and during major events.
Service is often included at 10-12.5% in restaurants; if not, tip about 10% for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping is not expected for pubs or takeaway, but small change is appreciated.
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