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Watford to London by train

It takes an average of 42m to travel from Watford to London by train, over a distance of around 15 miles (25 km). There are normally 320 trains per day traveling from Watford to London and tickets for this journey start from $18.92 when you book in advance.

First train

3:14 am

Last train

12:37 am

Departure station

Watford

Arrival station

London

Journey time

From 15m

Distance

15 miles (25 km)

Frequency

320 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Price

From $18.92

Train operators

London Overground, Avanti West Coast

Taking the train from Watford to London in 15 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Watford to London? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 42 minutes to travel the 25 km from Watford to London by train, although you can get there in as little as 15 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 320 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available.

Train tickets from Watford to London start from $18.92 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to London? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Watford to London?

Want to know more about your journey from Watford to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to London from Watford?

To travel to London from Watford, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 42 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 15 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information on routes and timetables.

How long is the train ride from Watford to London?

Trains from Watford to London take an average of 42 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 15 minutes. You'll usually find 320 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

How much is the train to London from Watford?

Train tickets to London from Watford can start from $18.92 when booked in advance, but they’re usually more expensive if bought on the day of travel. Prices may also vary depending on the time of day, route, and class you choose.

What is the quickest journey time between Watford and London by train?

The quickest journey time between Watford and London by train is 15 minutes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Watford to London?

Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Book in advance

Train tickets from Watford to London start at $18.92§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.

2. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will ‘split’ your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper than Anytime tickets in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.

What are my ticket options for this journey?

If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered "Why are there so many?!" To help, we've put together a handy guide to the main UK ticket types, simply tap the one you’re interested in to find out more.

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