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Manchester to Watford Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Watford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 39.05, with average prices for this route around QAR 181.31. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Sat, Jun 21
    From QAR 39.05
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From QAR 58.93
  • Mon, Jun 23
    From QAR 58.93
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    From QAR 58.93
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    From QAR 58.93
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    From QAR 58.93
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:05
Manchester Piccadilly
07:18
Watford Junction
2h 13m, Changes requiredAvanti West Coast
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05:11
Manchester Piccadilly
07:40
Watford Junction
2h 29m, Changes requiredCrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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05:55
Manchester Piccadilly
07:56
Watford Junction
2h 1m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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06:06
Manchester Piccadilly
10:33
Watford Junction
4h 27m, Changes requiredNorthernWest Midlands Trains
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06:11
Manchester Piccadilly
08:33
Watford Junction
2h 22m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains
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06:31
Manchester Piccadilly
09:29
Paris
2h 58m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains
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Manchester to Watford Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:05
Last train
Last train
20:15
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Watford
Journey time
Journey time
2h 1m
Distance
Distance
148 miles
Price
Price
QAR 39.05*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Watford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Watford can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Watford for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Watford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Watford ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Manchester to Watford Train Ticket Types

Save money on your trip from Manchester to Watford with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.