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Trains from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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36

train journeys
per day

147

miles (236 kms)

2hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:12

first / last train

2

direct trains

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Manchester Piccadilly , with 2 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 Piccadilly is approximately 147 miles (236 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 8 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Manchester Piccadilly.

There are 6 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 Piccadilly Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    08:13
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:31
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    08:45
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:01
    2 hrs 4 mins Direct
    09:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    10:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:48
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    10:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    11:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:46
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:46
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    13:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:45
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    13:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    14:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    14:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    15:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:45
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    15:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    16:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:45
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    16:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:38
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    17:05
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:45
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    17:44
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    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 Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 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 Piccadilly

The travel time between Watford Junction and Manchester Piccadilly 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 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Manchester Piccadilly vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 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 Piccadilly typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Watford Junction and Manchester Piccadilly 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 Piccadilly

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Manchester Piccadilly.

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