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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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NZD 13.62
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NZD 15.93
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NZD 12.18
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NZD 16.51
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NZD 27.70
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Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 12.18, with average prices for this route around NZD 85.22.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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05:48
2 hours 37 minutes, Changes required
Watford Junction
08:25
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06:31
2 hours 14 minutes, Changes required
Watford Junction
08:45
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07:01
2 hours 4 minutes, Direct
Watford Junction
09:05
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07:31
2 hours 34 minutes, Changes required
Watford Junction
10:05
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07:38
2 hours 27 minutes, Changes required
Watford Junction
10:05
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07:47
2 hours 57 minutes, Changes required
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Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train
First train
01:00
Last train
Last train
23:17
Departure station
Departure station
Watford Junction
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
2 hours 4 minutes
Distance
Distance
237 km
Price
Price
NZD 12.18*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly, 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 Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly 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 traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.