How to travel from Manchester to Dover

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Manchester to Dover

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Dover among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. 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 $48, while a flight costs an average of $422.

Distance: 220 miles (355 km)

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$48

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Cheapest

$152

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$422

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9h 29m

Average total duration

8h 59m

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30m

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3h 55m

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3h 25m

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3h 57m

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1h 57m

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0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

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1.1 - 2.1kg

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National Express

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Avanti West Coast

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British Airways

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Compare ways to travel from Manchester to Dover

Compare the available ways to get from Manchester to Dover, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Dover is a bus with an average price of $48.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Dover:

A bus is $104 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Dover costing on average $152.

A bus is $374 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Dover costing on average $422.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Dover is by train with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Dover take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 57m.

Bus takes on average 9h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Manchester and Dover including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester to DoverĀ among Omio's users.

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from Manchester to Dover

How to get from Manchester to Dover by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Manchester to Dover is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX540 Ā· NX007
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX540 Ā· NX007
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • British AirwaysBA1369
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Avanti West CoastW33896+SoutheasternP85930+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
    2 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW33902+SoutheasternP85677+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+SoutheasternP89033
    3 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW33893+TubeTube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+SoutheasternP85671 Ā· P89027
    3 transfers
  • National ExpressNX540 Ā· NX007
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX541 Ā· NX007
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX424 Ā· NX007
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA1373
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1367
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1383
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Manchester to Dover

Travel to Dover easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Dover.

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There are 3 options to travel between Manchester and Dover including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Dover is a bus with an average price of $48.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Dover:

A bus is $104 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Dover costing on average $152.

A bus is $374 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Dover costing on average $422.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Dover is by train with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Dover take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 57m.

Bus takes on average 9h 29m.

The distance from Manchester to Dover is approximately 220 miles (355 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Dover is:
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Dover as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Dover:
  • Trains mostly depart from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and arrive in Dover Priory (DVP).
  • Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Coach Station and arrive in Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Dover, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Dover by bus.
  • Travel with British Airways, BA Cityflyer, Loganair to go to Dover by flight.
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast to go to Dover by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Manchester to Dover:
  • 6 direct flights per day with British Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester to Dover often also extend their vacation to go to London, Calais, Canterbury, Dunkirk, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dover and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Dover to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Dover, you can explore the Dover Western Heights for historical fortifications and views, take a boat tour to see the White Cliffs, and visit the Dover Transport Museum for vintage vehicles. Enjoy Kearsney Abbey Gardens and discover the South Foreland Lighthouse. Don't miss Dover Castle with its medieval tunnels, the iconic White Cliffs, Dover Museum, Samphire Hoe nature reserve, and the Roman Painted House with ancient wall paintings.
Two to three days is sufficient to explore Dover's main attractions, including the White Cliffs, Dover Castle, and the nearby countryside.

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