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Bassetlaw Museum
Volunteer-run local museum covering Worksop's social and industrial past. A useful introduction to the town through artefacts, photos and archives.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Worksop among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a train costs an average of £170.
Distance: 190 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£207 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Watford to Worksop run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £170 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 17:11. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £170 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 6:15 |
Last train 17:11 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Discover the best of Worksop — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Worksop trip today.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Worksop's social and industrial past. A useful introduction to the town through artefacts, photos and archives.
Working heritage site exploring the region's colliery history with preserved headstocks and exhibitions. Worth visiting for local industrial heritage.
Art gallery and museum in nearby Sheffield with varied exhibitions, decorative arts and metalwork. A strong cultural day trip from Worksop.
Large National Trust parkland with lakes, woodland, cycling and long walks. One of the area's most rewarding outdoor escapes near Worksop.
Historic estate village with galleries, craft spaces and green surroundings. Popular for browsing, walking and a quieter local atmosphere.
Wooded section of Sherwood Forest with waymarked trails and open heath. A good choice for nature walks and classic Nottinghamshire scenery.
A long-risen fruit loaf from nearby Nottinghamshire, made with dried fruit and often eaten sliced with butter. It is a classic regional tea-time bake.
A soft cow's milk blue cheese from Nottinghamshire with a creamy texture and mild blue veins. It is one of the county's best-known traditional foods.
A pork pie associated with the wider East Midlands, made with hot-water crust pastry and seasoned pork filling. It is a staple pub and picnic food locally.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, kebabs and meze in a modern casual atmosphere.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with a broad menu of curries, tandoori dishes and classic sides in a comfortable setting.
Traditional pub and restaurant in Clumber Park serving British dishes, Sunday roasts and drinks in a relaxed country setting.
Moderate for the UK. Worksop is usually cheaper than major cities for hotels and dining, while local buses and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford to Worksop 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 Worksop, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Watford to Worksop trains use the Watford Junction to Worksop station pair. Use this guide to compare Watford and Worksop train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Watford Junction.
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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 options are available at Watford High Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.
Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.
Available at Watford High Street: Parking.
Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Bushey.
Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.
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.
Available at Bushey: Parking.
Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Worksop is 1 km from Worksop city centre. Public transport options include:
Worksop has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Worksop.
Ticket office support is available at Worksop.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Worksop: Parking, WC.
Available at Worksop: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worksop: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to the station and from one platform to the other is via road or level crossing, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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