Watford to High Wycombe train

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford to High Wycombe

Showing times and prices for 22 Nov

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£16

Fastest journey

2 h 18 m

Average duration

2 h 18 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

25 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford to High Wycombe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Watford to High Wycombe will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Watford for High Wycombe every day 1 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 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.

Chiltern Railways
04:522h18
Watford
07:10High Wycombe
£161One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Watford to High Wycombe

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to High Wycombe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 25 km

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Coach

£19

Average Price

£6

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Cheapest

2h 21m

Average total duration

1h 51m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

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30m

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Live departures

Watford to High Wycombe train times

The table below shows live departures for Watford to High Wycombe trains for tomorrow, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:07
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
chiltern_railways04:52 Watford
2h18
07:10 High Wycombe0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Watford to High Wycombe by coach or train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Watford to High Wycombe

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Trains from Watford to High Wycombe run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 1h 38m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
25 km
Average train duration
1h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
1h 38m
First train
00:18
Last train
23:06
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

FAQs: Watford to High Wycombe train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford to High Wycombe 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 High Wycombe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
In High Wycombe, visitors can shop and dine at Eden Shopping Centre, enjoy a performance at Wycombe Swan Theatre, or explore the Chiltern Hills for hiking and picturesque views. The High Wycombe Market offers local produce, while Wycombe Heights Golf Centre provides a scenic golfing experience. Notable sights include Hughenden Manor with its historic gardens, Wycombe Museum's interactive displays, West Wycombe Park's landscaped grounds, the historically significant Hellfire Caves, and The Rye with its walking trails and boating lake.
For a comprehensive experience of High Wycombe, spending 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Hellfire Caves, Wycombe Museum, and the surrounding Chiltern Hills.
Yes, a day trip from Watford to High Wycombe is feasible. The journey takes 1h 38m, covering a distance of 25 km. Trains run 12 times per day.
The train journey from Watford to High Wycombe offers a mix of urban and pleasant countryside views, particularly as it passes through the Chiltern Hills, providing a moderately scenic experience.
Booking trains from Watford to High Wycombe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Watford to High Wycombe.
The train distance from Watford to High Wycombe is 25 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Watford to High Wycombe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £19.
To get from Watford to High Wycombe, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train journey from Watford to High Wycombe covers a distance of 25 km and takes approximately 1h 38m. Trains run 12 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Watford to High Wycombe is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The first train from Watford to High Wycombe leaves at 0:18.
The train station in Watford that goes to High Wycombe is Watford Junction (WFJ), and it arrives at High Wycombe station (HWY).
The last train from Watford to High Wycombe departs at 23:06.
Trains from Watford to High Wycombe run approximately 12 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Watford to High Wycombe.
There is no night train service from Watford to High Wycombe.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Watford and High Wycombe

Watford
High Wycombe
The major train station for departures in Watford is Bushey. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bushey for your trip from Watford to High Wycombe.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 21:00 Saturday 08:15 - 15:15 Sunday 09:15 - 16:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Bushey Station
Accessibility
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: behind the Ticket Office
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday 10:30 - 12:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Local shops nearby
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Accessibility category B2. Long sloping ramp from station entrance to booking hall. Level access from booking hall to platforms.
  • Accessible public telephones: Outside booking office. Sloped passage from entrance to booking hall.
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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 Carpenders Park
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop C in Prestwick Road for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop B in Prestwick Road for southbound services to Euston
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00 Saturday 09:30 - 12:15
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: High Street shops located nearby
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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
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
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
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
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Station forecourt
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
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.
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