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

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Manchester is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £60 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Manchester?

The distance between Watford Junction and Manchester is 166 miles. The road distance is 168.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £60 - £100.

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

The train from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly takes 2h 4m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

Watford Junction to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Watford Junction to Manchester?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 49m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £260 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Manchester bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Manchester is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Watford Junction to Manchester.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 4m
£60–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 49m
£30–71
Drive 167.5 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Manchestercar 167.5 mi
3h 29m
£41–59
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2h 59m
£60–251
Train via Milton Keynes
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Centraltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 39m
£56–112
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
5h 56m
£36–92
Fly from Luton Airport
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
5h 14m
£58–150

Watford Junction to Manchester by train

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Distance: 165.4 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly once daily. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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