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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Manchester Piccadilly | Watford Junction | Cheapest | |||||
| Manchester Piccadilly | Watford Junction | Fastest | |||||
| Manchester Piccadilly | Watford Junction | No tags | |||||
| Manchester Piccadilly | Watford Junction | No tags | |||||
| Manchester Piccadilly | Watford Junction | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 09/27/2025 BST.
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Compare 2 ways to go from Manchester to Watford.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Average Price$24 - $57 | Average Duration9h 15m | 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestMost eco-friendly | |
| Average Price$74 - $305 | Average Duration2h 21m | 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Fastest |
Busbud recommends taking the bus from Manchester to WatfordAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Watford. The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Manchester to Watford: Trip Overview
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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 $74
Manchester to Watford Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Watford was searched and found on Oct 5, 2025 with a price of $97To 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 $97 to $289 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 $97 which is on 2025-10-05.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Manchester to Watford is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Watford, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Manchester and Watford, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Manchester to Watford while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
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