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Trains from Watford Junction to Manchester Airport (MIA)

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34

train journeys
per day

141

miles (228 kms)

4hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

00:54 / 03:00

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Manchester Airport (MIA)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Manchester Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Manchester Airport is approximately 141 miles (228 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 55 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Manchester Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Manchester Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:54
    6 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:03
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:32
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:25
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:04
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:45
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:12
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:45
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:45
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:45
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:45
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:45
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:45
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:45
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    17:25
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Airport
    Watford Junction to Manchester Airport

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 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Watford Junction and Manchester Airport

The travel time between Watford Junction and Manchester Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Manchester Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 03:00.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Watford Junction & Manchester Airport. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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