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Trains from Watford Junction to Manchester Stations

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35

train journeys
per day

147

miles (237 kms)

2hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:12

first / last train

2

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Manchester Stations , with 2 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Manchester Stations is approximately 147 miles (237 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 58 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Manchester Stations .

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:48
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    08:18
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:31
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    08:45
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:01
    2 hrs 4 mins Direct
    09:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    10:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:48
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    10:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    11:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:46
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:46
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    13:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:45
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    13:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    14:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:45
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    14:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    15:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:45
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    15:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    16:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:45
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    16:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    17:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:45
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    17:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    18:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00
Thursday 06:30 - 22:00
Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Watford Junction and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Watford Junction and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

First class tickets on trains between Watford Junction and Manchester Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Watford Junction and Manchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 2 direct services per day from Watford Junction to Manchester Stations

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Manchester Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Watford Junction and Manchester Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.