What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Watford Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Watford Junction is to bus which costs £12 - £55 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Watford Junction?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Watford Junction is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Watford Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Watford Junction station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Watford Junction station via Milton Keynes Coachway, Airport Bus Station and Black Boy PH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Watford Junction?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Watford Junction. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Manchester to Watford Junction?

The distance between Manchester and Watford Junction is 171 miles. The road distance is 169.8 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Watford Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Watford Junction without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £40 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Watford Junction?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Watford Junction takes 2h 1m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Watford Junction bus from?

Manchester to Watford Junction bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Watford Junction train from?

Manchester to Watford Junction train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Watford Junction?

The best way to get from Manchester to Watford Junction is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Milton Keynes, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 4h 43m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £200 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Manchester to Watford Junction bus arrive?

Manchester to Watford Junction bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Manchester to Watford Junction train arrive?

Manchester to Watford Junction train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Watford Junction station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Watford Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Watford Junction is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Manchester to Watford Junction.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Watford Junction?

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Where can I stay near Watford Junction?

There are 20119+ hotels available in Watford Junction.

Manchester to Watford Junction - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Watford Junction by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Watford Junctiontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2h 1m
£40–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk023 / ...
5h 29m
£12–50
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 540 / ...
4h 43m
£40–70
Drive 168.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Watford Junctioncar 168.8 mi
3h 25m
£42–60
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3h 1m
£52–196
Train via Milton Keynes
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Watford Junctiontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2h 8m
£51–140
Fly to Luton Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane MAN - LTN
5h 8m
£57–168
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
5h 25m
£202–538

Manchester to Watford Junction by train

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Distance: 170.4 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Watford Junction, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Watford Junction 4 times a day. Tickets cost £40–130 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway hourly. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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