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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Watford Junction | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Watford Junction | No tags |
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Get from Manchester to Watford
The journey takes about 2 hours 8 minutes, and with fares starting at just €59, 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 Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at €59
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Watford by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Watford?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Watford start from €59. The average price for this train route is around €105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Watford?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Watford is 2h 8m, covering a distance of 237 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 8m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Watford route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Watford?
The earliest train from Manchester to Watford departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 17:54.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Watford was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of €61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Watford as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €61 to €251 for a train ticket from Manchester to Watford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €61, which is on 2026-01-24.