What is the cheapest way to get from Kent to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Manchester is to train and bus which costs £19 - £100 and takes 7h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kent to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Kent to Manchester is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 49m and costs £55 - £270.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Ashford International and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Kent to Manchester?

The distance between Kent and Manchester is 251 miles. The road distance is 237.5 miles.

How do I travel from Kent to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Kent to Manchester without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 49m and costs £55 - £270.

How long does it take to get from Kent to Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Kent to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Manchester train from?

Kent to Manchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Manchester train arrive?

Kent to Manchester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Manchester is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Kent to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Kent to Manchester?

Book your Kent to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3520+ hotels available in Manchester.

Kent to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Kent to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 49m
£59–264
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
7h 33m
£20–95
Drive 236.1 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Manchestercar 236.1 mi
4h 37m
£58–84
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lenham to Ashford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 35m
£79–286
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 4m
£49–238
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 59m
£216–514
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
6h 39m
£77–267
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
5h 30m
£99–271

Kent to Manchester by train and foot

241Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.2 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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 49m.

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