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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Kent is to bus and train which costs £20 - £120 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Kent is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 52m and costs £60 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Kent. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Lenham via London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Manchester to Kent?

The distance between Manchester and Kent is 251 miles. The road distance is 236.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Kent without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 52m and costs £60 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Manchester to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Kent train from?

Manchester to Kent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Manchester to Kent train arrive?

Manchester to Kent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Kent is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Manchester to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1077+ hotels available in Kent.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Kent 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 Manchester Piccadilly to London EustonManchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford InternationalSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 52m
£63–240
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals540 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to LenhamLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
6h 36m
£20–112
Drive 235.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Kent235.5 mi
4h 33m
£58–83
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford International
3. Take the train from Ashford International to Lenham
4h 43m
£103–275
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London EustonManchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Victoria to LenhamLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 5m
£50–249
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenham
6h 55m
£81–301
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford International
6h 20m
£207–424
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junction
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenham
5h 42m
£94–285

Manchester to Kent by train and foot

189Weekly Services

3h 52mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.1 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lenham via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 3h 52m.

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