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Kent to Manchester trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Kent and Manchester takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 44m
Duration
249 mi
Distance
£116
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Ashford International

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  1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain train Margate - St Pancras International / ...
  2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain train London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 50m
£93–180

Kent to Manchester train times

Trains run hourly between Kent and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 2:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 8:46 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Kent to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 249.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Kent, England and Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Lenham to Manchester Piccadilly via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 3h 50m.

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