The cheapest and fastest trains from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) 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 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to Watford Junction (WFJ) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 6 trains that leave Shepherd's Bush (SPB) for Watford Junction (WFJ) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 50 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.
P51538+
LT158700+
W08009
P51535 · P11072
P45580
P45578
P51538 · P11077
P45580
P45578
P51535 · P11072+
W06711
P51538+
LT158700+
W08009
P51535 · P11072Travel Information
Compare train for Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to Watford Junction (WFJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 22 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:56 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 0h29 | 14:25 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
P45578 | On time 06:08 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 0h34 | 06:42 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
P51535 · P11072 | On time 06:13 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 0h50 | 07:03 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
P51535 · P11072+ W06711 | On time 06:13 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 0h46 | 06:59 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 changes | |
P51538+ LT158700+ W08009 | On time 06:22 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 0h50 | 07:12 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 changes | |
P51538 · P11077 | On time 06:22 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 0h54 | 07:16 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
P45580 | On time 06:52 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) | 0h31 | 07:23 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Trains from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to Watford Junction (WFJ) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 09:12. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 26m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 04:17 |
Last train 09:12 |
Train companies: Southern, London Public Transportation (3), London Overground from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trainsSouthern, London Public Transportation (3), London Overground trains will get you between Shepherd's Bush (SPB) and Watford Junction (WFJ) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London Public Transportation (3)
London Overground
FAQs: Shepherd's Bush (SPB) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shepherd's Bush (SPB) 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 Shepherd's Bush (SPB) and Watford Junction (WFJ)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:0013:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:15 - 14:45 Sunday 10:15 - 11:15
- Type of shops available: Coffee kiosk and photo booth located in the ticket hall. Local shops and the Westfield shopping centre are located opposite the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Station Category A . This station has step free access to all platforms . Access from the ticket hall entrance only.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop D in Ariel Way for westbound services to Clapham Junction
- Metro: Shepherd's Bush London Underground Station (Central Line) is approximately 2 minutes' walk away
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.
