The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 18 trains that leave Coventry station (COV) for Watford Junction (WFJ) every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
P6953822:051h42Coventry station (COV)23:47Watford Junction (WFJ)£71One-way0 changes
C1791322:351h49Coventry station (COV)0:24Watford Junction (WFJ)£71One-way0 changes
W3421922:401h29Coventry station (COV)0:09Watford Junction (WFJ)£131One-way0 changes
W3386123:341h20Coventry station (COV)0:54Watford Junction (WFJ)£131One-way0 changes
Y808128:051h29Coventry station (COV)9:34Watford Junction (WFJ)£291One-way0 changes
W340196:280h49Coventry station (COV)7:17Watford Junction (WFJ)£711One-way0 changes
W342848:450h53Coventry station (COV)9:38Watford Junction (WFJ)£681One-way0 changes
W339429:450h54Coventry station (COV)10:39Watford Junction (WFJ)£631One-way0 changes
W338195:520h55Coventry station (COV)6:47Watford Junction (WFJ)£591One-way0 changes
Y807755:391h15Coventry station (COV)6:54Watford Junction (WFJ)£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £35.
Distance: 112 km
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains for today, Monday 15 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33999 | On time 20:45 Coventry station (COV) | 0h52 | 21:37 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y80931 | On time 21:05 Coventry station (COV) | 1h26 | 22:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34268 | On time 21:34 Coventry station (COV) | 0h52 | 22:26 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
P69538 | On time 22:05 Coventry station (COV) | 1h42 | 23:47 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17913 | On time 22:35 Coventry station (COV) | 1h49 | 0:24 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34219 | On time 22:40 Coventry station (COV) | 1h12 | 23:52 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33861 | On time 23:34 Coventry station (COV) | 1h20 | 0:54 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 16 June | |||||
Y80775 | 5:39 Coventry station (COV) | 1h15 | 6:54 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33819 | 5:52 Coventry station (COV) | 0h55 | 6:47 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y80784 · W88171 | 6:04 Coventry station (COV) | 2h06 | 8:10 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
W34056+ W88167 | 6:12 Coventry station (COV) | 1h41 | 7:53 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
W34019 | 6:28 Coventry station (COV) | 0h49 | 7:17 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17977 · W70263 | 6:44 Coventry station (COV) | 2h02 | 8:46 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
C17944 · C24675 | 7:05 Coventry station (COV) | 2h11 | 9:16 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
W34054+ W88188 | 7:40 Coventry station (COV) | 1h32 | 9:12 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
W34205+ C24675 | 7:45 Coventry station (COV) | 1h31 | 9:16 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
Y80812 | 8:05 Coventry station (COV) | 1h29 | 9:34 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34284 | 8:45 Coventry station (COV) | 0h53 | 9:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y80823 | 9:05 Coventry station (COV) | 1h28 | 10:33 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33891+ Y80832 | 9:10 Coventry station (COV) | 1h27 | 10:37 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
W33942 | 9:45 Coventry station (COV) | 0h54 | 10:39 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Trains from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 53m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 22:35 |
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Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Coventry station (COV) and Watford Junction (WFJ) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Watford Junction (WFJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Coventry station (COV) and Watford Junction (WFJ)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Warwick Road (Car Park 3)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Yes , Located on platform 1 , these toilets are operated with a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle Hub off main concourse 144 spaces 59 cycle hoops at the end of platform 1 , 2x spaces per hoop = 118 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.
