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Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Watford Junction

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34

train journeys
per day

148

miles (238 kms)

2hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

04:33 / 21:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Watford Junction

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Victoria and Watford Junction , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction is approximately 148 miles (238 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 16 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:33
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    07:41
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:43
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:59
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:43
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:43
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:03
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:43
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:43
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:29
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:43
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:03
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:43
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:33
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:03
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:43
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    15:33
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:03
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:24
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:43
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    16:33
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:03
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:24
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:43
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    17:33
    Manchester Victoria
    Watford Junction
    Manchester Victoria to Watford Junction

About Manchester Victoria Station

Station name Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Address Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00
Thursday 06:30 - 22:00
Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Victoria and Watford Junction

The travel time between Manchester Victoria and Watford Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Victoria and Watford Junction vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:53.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Victoria and Watford Junction typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Victoria and Watford Junction can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Victoria & Watford Junction. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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