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It takes an average of 1h 40m to travel from Gatwick Airport to Watford High Street by train, over a distance of around 36 miles (57 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Gatwick Airport to Watford High Street and tickets for this journey start from £14.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:56 | |
| Departure station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Arrival station | Watford High Street | |
| Journey time | From 1h 27m | |
| Distance | 36 miles (57 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £14.20 | |
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How to travel from Gatwick Airport to Watford High Street by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Gatwick Airport to Watford High Street? Look no further.
You'll usually find 21 trains per day running between Gatwick Airport and Watford High Street, which usually take 1 hour 40 minutes to complete the 36 miles (57 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 27 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Watford High Street by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both London Overground and Southern trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Gatwick Airport to Watford High Street start from £14.20 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Watford High Street? 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 timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Gatwick Airport to Watford High Street?
Want to know more about your journey from Gatwick Airport to Watford High Street? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Watford High Street?
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
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.