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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter
A visitor attraction and working studio where tours reveal how Harry Potter films were made, with original sets and props.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£74
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£106
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
4 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
5 h
Trains on 20 Sept
14
Distance
532 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Watford will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 14 trains from Glasgow to Watford, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 532 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 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.
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L22515Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £79 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £79, while a flight costs an average of £208.
Distance: 532 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£131 Average Price | £208 Average Price | £79 Average Price Cheapest | £147 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 16m Average total duration 10h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Watford:
A coach is £52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Watford costing on average £131.
A coach is £129 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Watford costing on average £208.
Other travel options to Watford take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 21m.
Coach takes on average 10h 46m.
The journey is about 1h 10m faster (5h 21m by train vs 6h 31m by car) and roughly £16 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£131 vs £147). 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 Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Watford trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 8:00 Glasgow | 5h33 | 13:33 Watford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:40 Glasgow | 6h08 | 16:48 Watford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:56 Glasgow | 5h37 | 16:33 Watford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:36 Glasgow | 5h20 | 16:56 Watford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:35 Glasgow | 6h27 | 20:02 Watford | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Glasgow to Watford run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £55 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 532 km distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 532 km |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Watford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Watford trip today.
A visitor attraction and working studio where tours reveal how Harry Potter films were made, with original sets and props.
Watford's local museum in a historic house, with exhibitions on the town's people, industry and changing streets.
An arts centre with galleries, performances and cinema, making it a useful stop for contemporary local visual culture.
Watford's best-known park, with broad lawns, woodland walks, playgrounds, sports facilities and the Grand Union Canal nearby.
A regenerated waterside district with canal walks, modern public spaces, events and easy access from the town centre.
A large nature reserve with lakes, woodland and meadows, popular for quiet walks, birdwatching and family outings.
A classic pub staple from Hertfordshire and nearby counties: sausages in Yorkshire pudding batter, usually served with onion gravy.
Traditional English breakfast with eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, mushrooms and toast; a familiar local weekend favourite in Watford cafés.
Beer-battered white fish with chips is a core British takeaway and pub dish, commonly eaten across Watford with mushy peas or curry sauce.
Upscale country-house dining just outside Watford, serving refined British dishes in elegant historic surroundings.
Smart modern Indian restaurant known for polished curries, grills and friendly service in central Watford.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving charcoal-grilled meats, meze and generous sharing plates in a lively setting.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels can be pricey on London commuter routes, but dining and local transport are usually a little cheaper than central London.
Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, 10% is usual for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Watford Junction -> Watford Town Centre, Watford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Watford 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Glasgow to Watford trains use the Glasgow Central to Watford Junction station pair, with some services arriving at Watford High Street. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Watford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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: No.
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 options are available at Watford Junction.
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Watford High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Watford High Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.
Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.
Available at Watford High Street: Parking.
Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford High Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
Bushey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bushey.
Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.
Ticket office support is available at Bushey. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Bushey: Parking.
Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bushey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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