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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 10 m
Trains on 18 Sept
23
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe station (CRE) 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 Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ) will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 23 trains from Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 210 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.
C18025 · W7042517:132h46Crewe station (CRE)19:59Watford Junction (WFJ)£71One-way1 change- C18016 · Y8088313:132h20Crewe station (CRE)15:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£71One-way1 change
- C18008 · Y8089514:132h20Crewe station (CRE)16:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£81One-way1 change
- C17874 · Y8085911:132h20Crewe station (CRE)13:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£151One-way1 change
- C17806 · C1780212:132h20Crewe station (CRE)14:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£151One-way1 change
W34170+Y808359:232h10Crewe station (CRE)11:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£591One-way1 change- W33949+Y8089514:232h10Crewe station (CRE)16:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£391One-way1 change
- W34119+Y8084710:232h10Crewe station (CRE)12:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£611One-way1 change
- W33894+Y8088313:232h10Crewe station (CRE)15:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£411One-way1 change
- W33878+Y808238:232h10Crewe station (CRE)10:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£541One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £73 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £73, while a flight costs an average of £369.
Distance: 210 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£73 Average Price Cheapest | £369 Average Price | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ):
A train is £296 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ) costing on average £369.
Other travel options to Watford Junction (WFJ) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 5m.
You'll arrive about 37m sooner (2h 5m by train vs 2h 42m by car). Tickets start at around £73 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:13 Crewe station (CRE) | 2h21 | 8:34 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:13 Crewe station (CRE) | 2h21 | 9:34 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:13 Crewe station (CRE) | 2h46 | 18:59 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:13 Crewe station (CRE) | 3h11 | 23:24 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
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Trains from Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:13, the last at 19:19. The fastest train covers the 210 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 210 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 8:13 |
Last train 19:19 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Crewe station (CRE) and Watford Junction (WFJ) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe station (CRE) 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 Crewe station (CRE) and Watford Junction (WFJ)
Most Crewe station (CRE) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains use the Crewe to Watford Junction station pair. Use this guide to compare Crewe station (CRE) and Watford Junction (WFJ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Crewe from Crewe city centre
Crewe is 1 km from Crewe city centre. Public transport options include:
Crewe train station facilities and services
Crewe has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Crewe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Crewe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Crewe. 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 Crewe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Crewe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Crewe: 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 no 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.
Most popular train connections from Crewe station (CRE)
Most popular trains to and from Watford Junction (WFJ) and Crewe station (CRE)
Most popular train connections to Watford Junction (WFJ)
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