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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Watford Junction

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40

train journeys
per day

141

miles (228 kms)

2hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

04:07 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Watford Junction

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Watford Junction , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Watford Junction is approximately 141 miles (228 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 8 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Watford Junction.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Watford Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Watford Junction Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:07
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    07:41
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:50
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:51
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:03
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:50
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:01
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:04
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:50
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:01
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:04
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:50
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:04
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:01
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:04
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:29
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:50
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:50
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:33
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:01
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    15:12
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:04
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:50
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    15:33
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport to Watford Junction

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to 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 Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Airport and Watford Junction

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Watford Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Watford Junction vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Airport & Watford Junction. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Watford Junction.

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