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Cheap Train Tickets from Watford to Manchester

For a train from Watford to Manchester, you can find advance tickets for as low as £16.70*, with fares typically averaging around £39.33. To secure the most affordable train ticket, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid peak times. For a wider selection of cheap train tickets, please check our train ticket calendar.

Watford to Manchester Live Train Timetable

Check out trains from Watford to Manchester today (27 Jul 2024) using our timetable below, including train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. You can view the full day or a different day train timetable here.

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DepartsArrivesStatusDurationOperator

06:31

Watford Junction

08:44

Manchester Piccadilly

On time

2h 13m

Avanti West Coast
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07:01

Watford Junction

09:05

Manchester Piccadilly

On time

2h 4m

Avanti West Coast
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07:31

Watford Junction

10:05

Manchester Piccadilly

On time

2h 34m

Avanti West Coast
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07:38

Watford Junction

10:05

Manchester Piccadilly

On time

2h 27m

West Midlands Trains
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07:45

Watford Junction

10:44

Manchester Piccadilly

On time

2h 59m

West Midlands Trains
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08:31

Watford Junction

11:05

Manchester Piccadilly

On time

2h 34m

Avanti West Coast
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08:38

Watford Junction

11:05

Manchester Piccadilly

On time

2h 27m

West Midlands Trains
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08:45

Watford Junction

11:44

Manchester Piccadilly

On time

2h 59m

West Midlands Trains
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Watford to Manchester Train Journey Information

Plan your journey from Watford to Manchester with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.

First train
01:00
Last train
20:54
Departure station
Watford
Arrival station
Manchester
Distance
237KM
Journey time
From 2h 4m
Price
From £16.70
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern, West Midlands Trains

Watford to Manchester Train Travel Guide

Travelling by train from Watford to Manchester provides passengers with a convenient and efficient way to commute or explore, ensuring timely arrivals. Consult our Train Journey Planner for a flawless travel experience.

Plan Your Train Journey

Travelling by train from Watford to Manchester takes approximately 2h 4m. There is an average of 48 train from Watford to Manchester per day. The first train departs at 01:00, and the last train leaves at 20:54. For more detailed information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Timetable.

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Train tickets from Watford to Manchester are available with Split Ticket and Advance tickets. The average fare is around £39.33, while the cheapest fare is £16.70*. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30.(Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00) . Accurate ticket prices vary depending on the time of day, route, and class selected.

Train Stations

You can choose to start from Huddersfield,Preston (Lancs),Todmorden,Macclesfield,Warrington,Crewe,Liverpool Lime Street,or Lancaster Station to Manchester by train.

Manchester

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