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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Watford
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Watford will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 3 trains that leave Luton for Watford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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.
8:131h12Luton9:25Watford£101One-way0 changes- 9:131h12Luton10:25Watford£131One-way0 changes
7:272h06Luton9:33Watford£351One-way0 changes
- 9:131h12Luton10:25Watford£131One-way0 changes
- 8:131h12Luton9:25Watford£101One-way0 changes
- 7:272h06Luton9:33Watford£351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Luton to Watford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 25 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£11 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to Watford train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Watford trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W45426+W11109 | On time 7:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1h12 | 8:39 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
| W45426+W11109 · W70263 | On time 7:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1h22 | 8:49 Bushey (BSH) | 2 changes | |
| W45524+W11115+L22366 | On time 8:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h20 | 9:33 Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 changes | |
| W45524+W11115 | On time 8:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h12 | 9:25 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
 C04212+C34168+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | On time 8:25 Luton station (LUT) | 1h49 | 10:14 Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 changes | |
| W32958+C34168+W70295+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | On time 8:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1h47 | 10:14 Watford High Street (WFH) | 3 changes | |
| W32958+C34175+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | On time 8:27 Luton station (LUT) | 2h01 | 10:28 Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 changes | |
| W32958+W70295+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | On time 8:27 Luton station (LUT) | 1h32 | 9:59 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 changes | |
| W45520+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W88196 | On time 8:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h29 | 10:12 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 changes | |
| W45520+C34175+W88196+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | On time 8:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h45 | 10:28 Watford High Street (WFH) | 3 changes | |
| C04215+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+C34182 | On time 8:55 Luton station (LUT) | 1h48 | 10:43 Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 changes | |
| W45523+W11121 | On time 9:13 Luton station (LUT) | 1h12 | 10:25 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
| W32966+W70308+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 8:31 9:29Luton station (LUT) | 1h30 | 10:59 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 changes | |
| W45525+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W88204 | On time 9:43 Luton station (LUT) | 1h29 | 11:12 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Watford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Watford run on average 25 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: Luton to Watford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Watford
Most Luton to Watford trains use the Luton to Watford Junction station pair, with some services arriving at Watford High Street. Use this guide to compare Luton and Watford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Watford leave from?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Leagrave from Luton city centre
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave train station facilities and services
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Watford station do trains from Luton arrive at?
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.
Getting to Watford High Street from Watford city centre
Watford High Street train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Watford High Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford High Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Bushey from Watford city centre
Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
Bushey train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Bushey.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bushey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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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