The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£63
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
2 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
3 h
Trains on 12 Sept
19
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
To travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) you need to make at least one change.
C16977 · P6953319:334h20Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)23:53Watford Junction (WFJ)£231One-way1 change
C16919+
W33401+
W881877:333h09Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:42Watford Junction (WFJ)£361One-way2 changes
C16919 · Y808117:334h00Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£371One-way1 change
C16926 · C17756 · Y808229:123h21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£381One-way2 changes
W33403+
Y808337:402h57Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:37Watford Junction (WFJ)£411One-way1 change
W33403+
Y808027:402h53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:33Watford Junction (WFJ)£1121One-way1 change
W33403+
Y808337:402h57Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:37Watford Junction (WFJ)£411One-way1 change
C16926+
W33590+
W881999:123h00Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:12Watford Junction (WFJ)£741One-way2 changes
W33448+
W881837:093h03Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:12Watford Junction (WFJ)£411One-way1 change
W33727+
W881999:053h07Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:12Watford Junction (WFJ)£621One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 261 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 46m faster (2h 44m by train vs 3h 30m by car) and roughly £38 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£29 vs £67). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33448+ W88183 | 7:09 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h03 | 10:12 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
C16919+ W33401+ W88187 | 7:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h09 | 10:42 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 changes | |
C16919 · Y80811 | 7:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h00 | 11:33 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
W33403+ Y80833 | 7:40 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h57 | 10:37 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
W33403+ Y80802 | 7:40 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h53 | 10:33 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
W33412+ W88191 | 8:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h08 | 11:12 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
W33727+ W88199 | 9:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h07 | 12:12 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
C16926+ W33590+ W88199 | 9:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h00 | 12:12 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 changes | |
C16926 · C17756 · Y80822 | 9:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h21 | 12:33 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:33, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 6:33 |
Last train 18:33 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Watford Junction (WFJ) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Watford Junction (WFJ)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Watford Junction station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Watford Junction (WFJ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street 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 and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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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