The average train between Manchester and Watford takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Watford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Manchester and Watford. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Watford at 12:48 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Watford station. Services depart 5 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.
Manchester to Watford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Watford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Watford Junction station.
Book your Manchester to Watford train tickets online with Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Manchester and Watford is 238.1 km. The road distance is 274 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Watford Junction 4 times a day. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 2m.
