The average train between Watford and Manchester takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is at least one train per day from Watford to Manchester. 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 once daily between Watford and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 7:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 10:09 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:48 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Watford station and arriving at Manchester station. Services depart once daily, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 11m.
Watford to Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford to Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Watford to Manchester train tickets online with Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Watford and Manchester is 238.1 km. The road distance is 266 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly once daily. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 4m.