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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ) will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 7 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Watford Junction (WFJ) on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 237 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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C326828:09 AM4h18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:27 PMWatford Junction (WFJ)$451One-way1 transfer
W33088 · W3326110:35 AM2h18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:53 PMWatford Junction (WFJ)$1201One-way1 transfer- W331028:05 AM2h31Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:36 AMWatford Junction (WFJ)$1201One-way0 transfers
- W33110+W702719:20 AM2h41Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:01 PMWatford Junction (WFJ)$1201One-way1 transfer
G01007+W332538:26 AM2h49Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:15 AMWatford Junction (WFJ)$1201One-way1 transfer
- W33088 · W3326110:35 AM2h18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:53 PMWatford Junction (WFJ)$1201One-way1 transfer
- W33245+
V9334611:28 AM2h23Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:51 PMWatford Junction (WFJ)$1201One-way1 transfer - W331028:05 AM2h31Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:36 AMWatford Junction (WFJ)$1201One-way0 transfers
- W33110+W702719:20 AM2h41Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:01 PMWatford Junction (WFJ)$1201One-way1 transfer
- G01007+W332538:26 AM2h49Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:15 AMWatford Junction (WFJ)$1201One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $85.
Distance: 147 miles (237 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price | $199 Average price | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ):
A train is $7 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ) costing on average $53 (€43).
A train is $153 (€125) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ) costing on average $199 (€163).
Other travel options to Watford Junction (WFJ) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 11m.
Bus takes on average 4h 40m.
The journey is about 9m faster (3h 11m by train vs 3h 20m by car) and roughly $32 (€26) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($46 (€38) vs $78 (€64)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33671+W70399 | On time 2:34 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 5:29 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| L89685+C16958 · Y80904 | On time 3:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h27 | 7:33 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
| W33781+Y80882 | On time 3:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h19 | 5:33 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W33546+W70411 | 3:34 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 6:29 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| G90096+C16960 · W00220 | On time 3:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h36 | 8:12 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
| L89627+C16963 · P69520 | On time 4:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h29 | 8:35 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
| W33670+Y80894 | On time 4:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h19 | 6:33 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W33767+Y81061 | On time 4:34 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h52 | 7:26 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| G90102+C16965 · W00222 | On time 4:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h35 | 9:11 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
| L89635+C16968 · P69528 | On time 5:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h36 | 9:42 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
| W33592+Y80904 | On time 5:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h19 | 7:33 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W33638 | On time 5:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h08 | 8:02 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89642+C17951 · W00221 | On time 6:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h11 | 10:17 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
| W33569+P69520 | On time 6:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h21 | 8:35 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| V94015+W33524+W00222 | On time 6:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h41 | 9:11 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
| W33458 | On time 6:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h21 | 9:15 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89650+C18006 | On time 7:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h18 | 10:24 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W33588 | On time 7:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 9:29 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33579 | On time 8:14 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h19 | 10:33 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| W33102 | 8:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h31 | 10:36 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17882+C32682 | 8:09 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h18 | 12:27 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| G01007+W33253 | On time 8:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h49 | 11:15 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W33110+W70271 | 9:20 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h41 | 12:01 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W33088 · W33261 | 10:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h18 | 12:53 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W33245+V93346 | 11:28 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h23 | 1:51 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W33106 · W33218 | 11:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h56 | 2:51 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (237 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 147 miles (237 km) |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 9:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Northern Rail from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Northern Rail trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Watford Junction (WFJ) from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Watford Junction (WFJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Watford Junction station pair, with some services arriving at Bushey. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Watford Junction (WFJ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre
Watford Junction train station facilities and services
Watford Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bushey from Watford city centre
Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
Bushey train station facilities and services
Bushey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bushey.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bushey. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bushey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bushey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Watford High Street from Watford city centre
Watford High Street train station facilities and services
Watford High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford High Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford High Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford High Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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