The cheapest and fastest coaches from Watford to York
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
6 h 7 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Watford to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Watford to York will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
To travel from Watford to York you need to make at least 3 changes.
17:346h21Watford23:55York£481One-way3 changes
21:486h07Watford3:55York£481One-way3 changes
14:346h16Watford20:50York£611One-way3 changes
21:486h07Watford3:55York£481One-way3 changes
14:346h16Watford20:50York£611One-way3 changes
17:346h21Watford23:55York£481One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Watford to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 260 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price |
6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Watford to York bus times
The table below shows live departures for Watford to York coaches for today, Saturday 9 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:40 Watford | 6h10 | 20:50 York | 3 changes | |
![]() | 17:39 Watford | 6h16 | 23:55 York | 3 changes | |
![]() | 21:47 Watford | 6h08 | 3:55 York | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Watford to York
Buses from Watford to York run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 260 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 260 km |
Average bus duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 1:30 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: Arriva UK from Watford to YorkYou can travel by bus between Watford to York with Arriva UK for as low as £48. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Watford to York coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford to York by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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