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Train tickets to Watford

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G17789

07:450h41

London Euston (EUS)

08:26Bushey (BSH)

12 €1One-way

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L33063

07:400h20

London Euston (EUS)

08:00Bushey (BSH)

12 €1One-way

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G17822

09:130h43

London Euston (EUS)

09:56Bushey (BSH)

12 €1One-way

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How to Get to Watford by Train

Frequent trains are on offer from London Euston to Watford Junction via the Metro, an overground service. Watford Junction train station is just outside of London, so journeys are brief and frequent. Trains are available six times each hour, and the trip takes only 15 to 20 minutes. London Euston also offers an underground service into Watford Junction train station. From the southwest, Richmond Rail Station's overground service to Stratford Rail Station will take 20 minutes to reach Willesden Junction, where passengers can continue on the overground towards Watford. From the eastern side of London passengers can travel from Clapham Junction direct to Watford.

Watford

Home to the serene and peaceful Cassiobury Park, the Watford Palace Theatre, and Bhaktivedanta Manor with its teaching seminars, the town of Watford is a great mix of cultural, natural and sporting attractions. Vicarage Road stadium is the home of Watford football club and a great place for sports fans to gather, while avid shoppers can shop online from Intu Watford and collect items from multiple retailers with one visit. Cassiobury Park is ideal for nature lovers who want to enjoy children's attractions such as paddling pools, or a road-free cycle route which links the park to the town centre. The park offers nature trails, bird watching, net fishing, walking and dog-friendly routes. Whippendell Wood and the Big Dells offer an opportunity to wander through beautfil woodland.

Popular trains to and from Watford

Great Western Rail

Avanti West Coast
Caledonian Sleeper

How to Get to Watford by Train

Watford

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, London Public Transportation (3), London Overground, Avanti West Coast to Watford trainsTravel to Watford on West Midlands Trains, London Public Transportation (3), London Overground, Avanti West Coast trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

West Midlands Trains

About

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

Learn more about West Midlands Trains

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

17m

Cheapest Price

£11

West Midlands Trains frequency

13 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund if service canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for an additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Learn more about Avanti West Coast

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

13m

Cheapest Price

£51

Avanti West Coast frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies depend on ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train cancelled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks

Seat reservation

First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available

Pets

Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free

Quiet zone

London Public Transportation (3)

About

London Overground is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of suburban rail services in and around Greater London. The services run from early morning until late at night, with some lines running 24 hours a day. The trains come in a variety of types, including the Class 378 Capitalstar, Class 172 Turbostar, Class 315, Class 317, Class 508 and Class 700 Desiro City. London Overground offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, off-peak and super off-peak tickets. Onboard facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, power sockets and CCTV. The most popular routes for London Overground are from Euston to Watford Junction, from Liverpool Street to Enfield Town, and from Clapham Junction to Stratford.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

33m

Cheapest Price

£11

London Public Transportation (3) frequency

13 a day

Luggage included

Two large items of luggage and one small hand luggage

Luggage storage

Luggage racks available at the ends of carriages and overhead storage

Cancellation Policy

Refunds subject to administrative fee and fare conditions

Refund

Full refund available for service cancellations

Amenities on board the train

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Step-free access at many stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating

Pets

Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Maximum two dogs per passenger

London Overground

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

43m

Cheapest Price

£7

London Overground frequency

16 a day

station information and facilities

Train stations in Watford

Watford Junction Shopping

Amenities at train station

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU

Phone Number

+44 3301235247

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

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

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage location: Station forecourt
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements

Public transport options for Watford Junction

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.

Watford High Street Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

Address

Watford High Street station, 182 Watford High Street, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 2NW

Phone Number

+44 343 222 1234

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00 Saturday 09:30 - 12:15

Shopping

Type of shops available: High Street shops located nearby

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

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

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage CCTV: Yes

Public transport options for Watford High Street

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop A in Lower High Street for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop B in Lower High Street for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone
Metro: Watford London Underground station (Metropolitan line) is approximately 34 minutes' walk away

Watford North Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Watford North station, Bushey Mill Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD24 7DS

Distance to city center

2 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

Staff help available: No
Step free access coverage: Yes
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: No
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage CCTV: No

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements

Public transport options for Watford North

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Watford - Public Service bus stop A/Rail Replacement bus stop on Bushey Mill Lane between level crossing and junction of Southfield Avenue. Towards St Albans - Public Service bus stop B/Rail Replacement bus stop on Bushey Mill Lane between level crossing and opposite Sandown Road junction.

Watford Underground Station

information

Bushey

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Bushey station, Pinner Road, Watford, Greater London, WD19 4EA

Phone Number

+44 343 222 1234

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 21:00 Saturday 08:15 - 15:15 Sunday 09:15 - 16:30

Distance to city center

1 km

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent

Parking

Car Park: Bushey Station

Accessibility

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

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: behind the Ticket Office
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements

Public transport options for Bushey

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop A in Pinner Road for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop A in Pinner Road for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone

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