Watford to Manchester train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Jun 14

Cheapest price

$86

Average price

$108

Fastest journey

2 h 27 m

Average duration

2 h 29 m

Trains per day

14

Distance

238 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Watford to Manchester will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Watford to Manchester without transferring at least once.

West Midlands TrainsL34553+Avanti West CoastW09654
12:30PM2h35
Watford Junction (WFJ)
03:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$861One-way
1 transfer
London Public Transportation (3)G17863+West Midlands TrainsL34545+Avanti West CoastW09654
11:43AM3h22
Watford High Street (WFH)
03:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$861One-way
2 transfers
West Midlands TrainsL34531+Avanti West CoastW09649
10:56AM3h09
Bushey (BSH)
02:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$941One-way
1 transfer
London Public Transportation (3)G17857+West Midlands TrainsL33571+Avanti West CoastW09649
11:28AM2h37
Watford High Street (WFH)
02:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$941One-way
2 transfers
West Midlands TrainsL33571+Avanti West CoastW09649
11:38AM2h27
Watford Junction (WFJ)
02:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$941One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Watford to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Flight

€113

Average price

Cheapest

€138

Average price

3h 33m

Average duration

3h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 16m

Average duration

Fastest

1h 16m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Watford to Manchester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 14
Last updated at 10:34 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
london_overgroundG17561+west_midlands_railL34500+avanti_west_coastW09633
On time
7:18 AM Watford High Street (WFH)
2h47
10:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
west_midlands_railL34500+avanti_west_coastW09633
On time
7:26 AM Bushey (BSH)
2h39
10:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
west_midlands_railL33537+avanti_west_coastW09633
On time
7:38 AM Watford Junction (WFJ)
2h27
10:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
west_midlands_railL34513+avanti_west_coastW09639
On time
8:26 AM Bushey (BSH)
2h39
11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
london_overgroundG17810+west_midlands_railL33547+avanti_west_coastW09639
On time
8:28 AM Watford High Street (WFH)
2h37
11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
west_midlands_railL33547+avanti_west_coastW09639
On time
8:38 AM Watford Junction (WFJ)
2h27
11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
west_midlands_railL34525+avanti_west_coastW09644
On time
9:26 AM Bushey (BSH)
2h39
12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
london_overgroundG17833+west_midlands_railL33559+avanti_west_coastW09644
On time
9:28 AM Watford High Street (WFH)
2h37
12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
west_midlands_railL33559+avanti_west_coastW09644
On time
9:38 AM Watford Junction (WFJ)
2h27
12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
west_midlands_railL34531+avanti_west_coastW09649
On time
9:56 AM Bushey (BSH)
3h09
1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
london_overgroundG17857+west_midlands_railL33571+avanti_west_coastW09649
On time
10:28 AM Watford High Street (WFH)
2h37
1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
west_midlands_railL33571+avanti_west_coastW09649
On time
10:38 AM Watford Junction (WFJ)
2h27
1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
london_overgroundG17863+west_midlands_railL34545+avanti_west_coastW09654
On time
10:43 AM Watford High Street (WFH)
3h22
2:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
west_midlands_railL34553+avanti_west_coastW09654
On time
11:30 AM Watford Junction (WFJ)
2h35
2:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Watford to Manchester?

The best time to book your train from Watford to Manchester is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Watford to Manchester route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Watford to Manchester per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Watford to Manchester.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Watford to Manchester

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Trains from Watford to Manchester run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€40) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
147 miles (238 km)
Average train duration
3h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
$48 (€40)
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
2h 25m
First train
05:14
Last train
19:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train providers: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and West Midlands Trains from Watford to Manchester trains

Travel from Watford to Manchester from $52 (€42) with Omio’s train partners Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and West Midlands Trains! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from Watford to Manchester with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 14 min
  • Cheapest Price: $52
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Trains from Watford to Manchester

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Watford to Manchester

Watford
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Watford is Watford Junction. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Watford Junction for your trip from Watford to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Station forecourt
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Watford Junction
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Manchester from Watford.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

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