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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
51 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
52 m
Trains on 15 Sept
34
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 £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 34 trains from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ), including 29 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 53 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.
Y8085912:051h28Coventry station (COV)13:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£71One-way0 changes- C1780213:051h28Coventry station (COV)14:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£71One-way0 changes
- Y8088314:051h28Coventry station (COV)15:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£71One-way0 changes
- Y8092720:051h28Coventry station (COV)21:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£71One-way0 changes
- C1790619:051h28Coventry station (COV)20:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£71One-way0 changes
W342626:500h51Coventry station (COV)7:41Watford Junction (WFJ)£471One-way0 changes- W3426821:340h52Coventry station (COV)22:26Watford Junction (WFJ)£191One-way0 changes
- W3399920:450h52Coventry station (COV)21:37Watford Junction (WFJ)£191One-way0 changes
- W342848:450h53Coventry station (COV)9:38Watford Junction (WFJ)£451One-way0 changes
- W3423311:450h53Coventry station (COV)12:38Watford Junction (WFJ)£221One-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 an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, while a coach costs an average of £35.
Distance: 112 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ):
A train is £15 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) costing on average £35.
Other travel options to Watford Junction (WFJ) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 28m.
The journey is about 16m faster (1h 12m by train vs 1h 28m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£20 vs £22). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y80812 | On time 8:05 Coventry station (COV) | 1h29 | 9:34 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34284 | On time 8:45 Coventry station (COV) | 0h53 | 9:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80823 | On time 9:05 Coventry station (COV) | 1h28 | 10:33 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33942 | On time 9:45 Coventry station (COV) | 0h54 | 10:39 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80835 | On time 10:05 Coventry station (COV) | 1h28 | 11:33 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34041 | On time 10:45 Coventry station (COV) | 0h53 | 11:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80847 | On time 11:05 Coventry station (COV) | 1h28 | 12:33 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34233 | On time 11:45 Coventry station (COV) | 0h53 | 12:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80859 | On time 12:05 Coventry station (COV) | 1h28 | 13:33 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33910 | On time 12:45 Coventry station (COV) | 0h53 | 13:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17802 | On time 13:05 Coventry station (COV) | 1h28 | 14:33 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33922 | On time 13:45 Coventry station (COV) | 0h53 | 14:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
| Y80784 · Y81034 | 6:04 Coventry station (COV) | 1h42 | 7:46 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
| Y80784 · W70256 | 6:04 Coventry station (COV) | 2h11 | 8:15 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
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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 £5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 53m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 4:39 |
Last train 20:05 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £5. 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)
Most Coventry station (COV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains use the Coventry to Watford Junction station pair. Use this guide to compare Coventry station (COV) and Watford Junction (WFJ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Coventry from Coventry city centre
Coventry train station facilities and services
Coventry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coventry.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry. ATMs are available at Coventry.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Coventry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry: 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.
Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre
Watford Junction train station facilities and services
Watford Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford Junction: 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.
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Most popular trains to and from Watford Junction (WFJ) and Coventry station (COV)
Most popular train connections to Watford Junction (WFJ)
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