- Must visit
The Historic Dockyard Chatham
Nearby military history museum in Chatham Dockyard with warship, submarines, and dockyard stories. Excellent for a fuller regional heritage day.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
zł363
Average ticket price on Sep 19
zł427
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 29 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 2 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Gravesend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Gravesend will cost around zł427 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł363.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Manchester to Gravesend, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 34 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 train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Gravesend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł128 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł128, while a flight costs an average of zł1883.
Distance: 178 miles (288 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł553 Average price | zł128 Average price Cheapest | zł1883 Average price | zł302 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Gravesend:
A bus is zł425 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Gravesend costing on average zł553.
A bus is zł1756 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Gravesend costing on average zł1883.
Other travel options to Gravesend take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 14m.
Bus takes on average 4h 52m.
You'll arrive about 1h 13m sooner (3h 14m by train vs 4h 27m by car). Tickets start at around zł553 compared to roughly zł302 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Gravesend trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W33953+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ P85113 | Delayed 5:28 AM 6:29 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h14 | 9:43 AM Gravesend station (GRV) | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 7:39 AM Manchester | 4h34 | 12:13 PM Gravesend | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:14 PM Manchester | 3h29 | 3:43 PM Gravesend | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Manchester to Gravesend run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł448 but you can travel from only zł46 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (288 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 178 miles (288 km) |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price zł448 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Discover the best of Gravesend — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gravesend trip today.
Nearby military history museum in Chatham Dockyard with warship, submarines, and dockyard stories. Excellent for a fuller regional heritage day.
Local history museum covering Gravesend's river, civic, and social past. A strong introduction to the town and its maritime identity.
Museum and gallery in nearby Rochester with Charles Dickens collections and changing art shows. Worth the short trip for major regional culture.
Popular riverside promenade with lawns, maritime views, and links to Pocahontas and the pier. Ideal for a relaxed walk in central Gravesend.
Large urban park with ornamental gardens, play areas, and open space. A local favourite for strolling, picnics, and everyday town life.
Broad country park of woods, lakes, and trails just outside town. Highly regarded for walking, wildlife, and a greener side of Gravesend.
Pie and mash is a Kent and Thames estuary staple: minced beef pie with mashed potato, often finished with parsley liquor in old-school shops.
Whitebait, lightly floured and fried, is linked to the Thames estuary. It is a classic local seafood snack served with lemon in nearby Kent pubs.
Whitstable oysters are a celebrated Kent specialty, commonly enjoyed across north Kent. They are prized for their fresh, briny taste and coastal heritage.
Long-established Indian restaurant with a strong local reputation for classic curries, attentive service, and a comfortable dining room.
Established pub and dining venue by the Thames, known for British classics, seafood, and a relaxed riverside atmosphere.
Well-known traditional pub in Gravesend serving hearty British fare, real ale, and popular Sunday roasts in a casual historic setting.
Moderate for southeast England. Hotels and rail can be pricey, but pubs, cafes, and local buses are manageable versus nearby London.
Service is often included at restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Cafes usually do not require tips.
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Gravesend Railway Station -> Gravesend Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Gravesend 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 Gravesend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Gravesend trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Gravesend station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Gravesend train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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 options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Manchester Oxford Road 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 options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Gravesend has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Gravesend.
Ticket office support is available at Gravesend. 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.
Available at Gravesend: Parking, WC.
Available at Gravesend: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gravesend: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - 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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