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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Watford Junction | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags | ||||
| Train | Watford Junction | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags | ||||
| Train | Watford Junction | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags | ||||
| Train | Watford Junction | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags | ||||
| Train | Watford Junction | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags |
Get from Watford to Manchester
The journey takes about 2 hours 4 minutes, and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at $68
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Watford to Manchester by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Watford to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Watford to Manchester start at $68. The average price for this train route is around $167. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Watford to Manchester?
The average train trip from Watford to Manchester takes 2h 4m and covers 237 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 4m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Watford to Manchester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Watford to Manchester?
The earliest train from Watford to Manchester departs at 7:01am. The latest train departs at 3:51pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Watford to Manchester was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $65To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Watford to Manchester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $65 to $556 for a train ticket from Watford to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2025-12-13.
