Previously seen trips
| 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 $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $48
Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $48. The average price for this train route is around $118. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Watford to Manchester?
The average train ride duration from Watford to Manchester is 2h 4m, covering a distance of 147 miles (237 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 4m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators service the Watford to Manchester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Watford to Manchester?
The earliest train departs from Watford to Manchester at 7:01am. And 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 8, 2025 with a price of $46To 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 $46 to $396 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 $46 which is on 2025-12-12.
