Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) train with Southern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£8

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£11

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

1 h 1 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

1 h 4 m

Trains on 17 Sept

4

Distance

27 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 4 trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ), including 4 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.

  • London Overground
    22:481h07
    Watford Junction (WFJ)
    23:55Clapham Junction (CLJ)
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • London Overground
    17:021h01
    Watford Junction (WFJ)
    18:03Clapham Junction (CLJ)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • London Overground
    12:021h06
    Watford Junction (WFJ)
    13:08Clapham Junction (CLJ)
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • London Overground
    5:121h01
    Watford Junction (WFJ)
    6:13Clapham Junction (CLJ)
    £141One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 27 km

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Driving

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

£20

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 8m

Average total duration

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Southern

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) is a train with an average price of £12.
The fastest way to travel from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) is by train with an average journey time of 43m.
Yes, you can take a train between Watford Junction (WFJ) and Clapham Junction (CLJ).
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 25m faster (43m by train vs 1h 8m by car) and roughly £8 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£12 vs £20). 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 Southern, Southern.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) train times

The table below shows live departures for Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
London Overground7:00 Watford Junction (WFJ)
1h05
8:05 Clapham Junction (CLJ)0 changesdirect
London Overground9:00 Watford Junction (WFJ)
1h02
10:02 Clapham Junction (CLJ)0 changesdirect
London Overground9:16 Watford Junction (WFJ)
1h07
10:23 Clapham Junction (CLJ)0 changesdirect
London Overground11:02 Watford Junction (WFJ)
1h06
12:08 Clapham Junction (CLJ)0 changesdirect
Southern15:52 Watford Junction (WFJ)
0h42
16:34 Clapham Junction (CLJ)0 changesdirect
London Overground16:16 Watford Junction (WFJ)
0h59
17:15 Clapham Junction (CLJ)0 changesdirect
London Overground19:15 Watford Junction (WFJ)
1h12
20:27 Clapham Junction (CLJ)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ)

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Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 1h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
27 km
Average train duration
43m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 2m
First train
4:15
Last train
14:00
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Southern, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Tube from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) trainsSouthern, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Tube trains will get you between Watford Junction (WFJ) and Clapham Junction (CLJ) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
40m
Cheapest Southern Price
£12
Southern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
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

London Overground

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 London Overground Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest London Overground Price
£11
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

Tube

About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tube frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

FAQs: Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) 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 Clapham Junction (CLJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The train journey from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) covers a distance of 27 km and takes approximately 1h 2m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) is 27 km.
The first train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) leaves at 4:15.
The last train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) departs at 14:00.
Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ).
Yes, there is a direct train between Watford Junction (WFJ) and Clapham Junction (CLJ). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Southern, Southern.
To travel from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ), you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ).
The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) is by train, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Watford Junction to Clapham Junction offers a blend of urban and suburban scenery, passing through areas like Wembley and the outskirts of London, but it is not typically considered one of the most scenic routes.
Yes, a day trip from Watford Junction to Clapham Junction is feasible. The journey takes 1h 2m and covers a distance of 27 km. Trains run 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ).

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Important Stations and Airports in Watford Junction (WFJ) and Clapham Junction (CLJ)

Most Watford Junction (WFJ) to Clapham Junction (CLJ) trains use the Watford Junction to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Watford Junction (WFJ) and Clapham Junction (CLJ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Watford
Arrival train stations in London
Watford JunctionWatford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU+44 3301235247ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre

TrainLondon Euston - Watford Junction, Kilburn High Road - Watford Junction, Willesden Junction Low Level - Watford Junction · 5m · £0.90 · every ~9 min
BusW20 · 5m · £2 · every ~1 min
635 · 7m · £4 · every ~2 min
322 · 20m · £2 · every ~6 min

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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