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Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Watford Junction

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26

train journeys
per day

148

miles (238 kms)

4hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

04:33 / 21:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Watford Junction

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Victoria and Watford Junction , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction is approximately 148 miles (238 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs.

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

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:33
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:32
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:23
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:43
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:42
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:23
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:43
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    5 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:23
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:41
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:43
    5 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:43
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    14:41
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:43
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:43
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:41
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:23
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:43
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:41
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:23
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    18:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:44
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:23
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    19:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:43
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    20:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:43
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    20:42
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction

About Manchester Victoria Station

Station name Manchester Victoria (MCV)
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

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 Victoria and Watford Junction

The travel time between Manchester Victoria and Watford Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Victoria and Watford Junction vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:05.

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

Amenities on trains between Manchester Victoria 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 Victoria & Watford Junction. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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