Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Watford Junction | Manchester Piccadilly | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Watford Junction | Manchester Piccadilly | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 06:34 GMT.
Get from Watford to Manchester
The journey takes about 2 hours 4 minutes, and with fares starting at just €65, 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 €65
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Watford to Manchester 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 Watford to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Watford to Manchester start from €65. The average price for this train route is around €197. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Watford to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Watford to Manchester is 2h 4m, covering a distance of 237 km. The fastest 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 run on 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 07:01. And the latest train departs at 15:51.
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 23 Jan 2026 with a price of €40To 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 €40 to €353 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 €41, which is on 2026-01-24.