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Watford to Salford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Watford and Salford takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford to Salford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 26m
Duration
165 mi
Distance
£68
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Watford to Salford train times

Trains run hourly between Watford and Salford. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Salford at 12:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 30m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 12m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 38m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 54m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 50m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 14m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford to Salford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 165.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Watford, England and Salford, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Manchester Piccadilly via Milton Keynes Central in around 2h 39m.

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