What is the best way to travel from Manchester to Watford?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Watford from Manchester?
You can reach Watford with just £27 by taking a Train from Northern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Northern4h 27m010:06ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station14:33WatfordJunction Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 10:06:00 to Junction Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 14:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 27m
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Northern3h 50m005:43ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station09:33WatfordJunction Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 05:43:00 to Junction Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 09:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
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Northern4h 26m006:07ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station10:33WatfordJunction Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 06:07:00 to Junction Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 10:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 26m
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Avanti West Coast2h 34m013:14ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station15:48WatfordHigh Street Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 13:14:00 to High Street Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 15:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 34m
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British Airways1h 15m009:50Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station11:05London Heathrow AirportLondon Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 30EconomyA Flight from British Airways goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 09:50:00 to London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3, London Heathrow Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 11:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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British Airways1h 5m008:05Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station09:10London Heathrow AirportLondon Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 30EconomyA Flight from British Airways goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 08:05:00 to London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3, London Heathrow Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 09:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £63 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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British Airways1h 0m017:35Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station18:35London Heathrow AirportLondon Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 30EconomyA Flight from British Airways goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 17:35:00 to London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3, London Heathrow Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £65 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
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British Airways1h 15m006:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station07:30London Heathrow AirportLondon Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 30EconomyA Flight from British Airways goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 06:15:00 to London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3, London Heathrow Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 07:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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What are the fastest trips from Manchester to Watford?
You can get to Watford from Manchester in just 1h 0m with a Flight from British Airways. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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British Airways1h 0m017:35Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station18:35London Heathrow AirportLondon Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 30EconomyA Flight from British Airways goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 17:35:00 to London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3, London Heathrow Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £65 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
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British Airways1h 5m008:05Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station09:10London Heathrow AirportLondon Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 30EconomyA Flight from British Airways goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 08:05:00 to London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3, London Heathrow Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 09:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £63 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
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British Airways1h 10m015:10Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station16:20London Heathrow AirportLondon Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 30EconomyA Flight from British Airways goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 15:10:00 to London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3, London Heathrow Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £75 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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British Airways1h 15m009:50Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station11:05London Heathrow AirportLondon Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 30EconomyA Flight from British Airways goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 09:50:00 to London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3, London Heathrow Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 11:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Avanti West Coast2h 2m005:54ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station07:56WatfordJunction Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 05:54:00 to Junction Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 07:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 2m
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Avanti West Coast2h 34m013:14ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station15:48WatfordHigh Street Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 13:14:00 to High Street Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 15:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 34m
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Northern3h 50m005:43ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station09:33WatfordJunction Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 05:43:00 to Junction Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 09:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
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Northern4h 26m006:07ManchesterPiccadilly Train Station10:33WatfordJunction Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 06:07:00 to Junction Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 10:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 26m
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Bus from Manchester to Watford
What are the most popular stations in Manchester and Watford?
In Manchester, you will usually depart from Victoria Station, Piccadilly Train Station or Shudehill Interchange, while in Watford you will be arriving at Junction Station, Bushey Station or High Street Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Watford from Manchester? With 15 connections between 2 Train, Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Manchester and Watford, you can pay as low as £27 with a Train from Northern.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from British Airways: you will get to Watford in just 1h 0m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Manchester and Watford are British Airways, Northern and Avanti West Coast, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Manchester and Watford is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Salford or to Bushey, and look at flights from Liverpool Airport, and landing at Farnborough Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Manchester to Watford?
The most popular companies between Manchester and Watford, are British Airways, Northern and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Northern and Avanti West Coast
Airlines: British Airways, Ryanair, R Airlines and 3 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Manchester to Watford
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Manchester to Watford. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Manchester to Watford
How can I reach Watford from Manchester?
Every day, there are on average 15 connections between Train, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Watford from Manchester.
How far is Watford from Manchester?
The distance between Manchester and Watford is 238.5 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Manchester and Watford?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 41 kgs, and a flight 59 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Manchester to Watford?
You can get to Watford with just £27 by taking a Train from Northern.
What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Watford?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Watford in just 1h 0m with a Flight from British Airways.
More routes to Manchester and to Watford
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Manchester and to Watford. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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