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Trains from Watford North (WFN) to Manchester Stations

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19

train journeys
per day

147

miles (236 kms)

2hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

06:23 / 23:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Watford North (WFN) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Watford North and Manchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford North to Manchester Stations is approximately 147 miles (236 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 26 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Watford North and Manchester Stations .

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Watford North to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:23
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:07
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:51
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:23
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:23
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:23
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:23
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:23
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:23
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:23
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    18:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:21
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:05
    3 hrs 2 changes
    20:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:50
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    21:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:23
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    22:05
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:23
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    23:07
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:23
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    23:48
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:23
    9 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    07:29
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:23
    8 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    08:13
    Watford North
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Watford North to Manchester Piccadilly

About Watford North Station

Station name Watford North (WFN)
Address Watford North station, Bushey Mill Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD24 7DS
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 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 Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Watford North and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Watford North and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford North and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:25.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Watford North & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Watford North and Manchester Stations .

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