How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Watford?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Watford start from $68. The average price for this train route is around $121. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Watford?

The average train ride duration from Manchester to Watford is 2h 8m, covering a distance of 147 miles (237 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 8m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators service the Manchester to Watford route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Watford?

The earliest train departs from Manchester to Watford at 7:20am. And the latest train departs at 5:54pm.

Train Manchester to Watford from $53

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Manchester to Watford on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:55pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 7m	8:02pm	Watford Junction	No tags
Train	5:55pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 7m	8:02pm	Watford Junction	No tags
Train	8:05am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 31m	10:36am	Watford Junction	No tags
Train	8:20am	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 5m	11:25am	Watford Junction	No tags
Train	7:15pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 16m	9:31pm	Watford Junction	No tags

Get from Manchester to Watford

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2h 8mAverage Duration

147 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at $68

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Watford by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Watford?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Watford start from $68. The average price for this train route is around $121. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Watford?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Watford is 2h 8m, covering a distance of 147 miles (237 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 8m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Watford route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Watford?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Watford at 7:20am. And the latest train departs at 5:54pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$53

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Watford was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $53

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Watford, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $53 to $195 for a train ticket from Manchester to Watford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2026-01-31.