Trains to Watford

Watford is a town and borough located near London. There are frequent trains to and from London, making it highly accessible. Additionally, Watford is well-connected by train to several other cities, including Milton Keynes, Wembley, Battersea, Harrow, St Albans, Carpenders Park, High Wycombe, Birmingham, and Northampton.

London to Watford

All direct routes are from London Euston to Watford Junction or Watford High Street. The journey is quick on different trains: West Midlands Trains take about 15 minutes, while London Overground takes around 45 minutes.

Stevenage to Watford

Trains from Stevenage to Watford Junction or Watford High Street require transfers and take between approximately 1h 30m and 2h 30m. This route is operated by LNER, West Midlands Trains, and Northern, all of which offer free Wi-Fi and comfortable seats onboard.

Milton Keynes to Watford

The journey from Milton Keynes Central to Watford Junction is direct, operated by West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast. Travel times range from about 20 to 45 minutes, and you can enjoy comfortable seats and free Wi-Fi onboard.

Main train stations in Watford

Watford boasts two main train stations: Watford High Street Station and Watford Junction Station. Watford High Street Station is situated in the town centre, within walking distance of the main shopping and commercial areas. Watford Junction Station is located slightly further to the northwest of the town centre. It takes about 20 minutes to walk between the two stations, or approximately 3 minutes by train.

Watford Junction Station

Watford Junction Station, opened in 1837, provides frequent train services to and from London, catering mainly to commuters. The station is served by London Overground, London Northwestern Railway, and other train operators.

In addition, the station offers easy connections to local buses, making it simple to reach the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter. Alternatively, you can walk from the station to The Parade, High Street, where you'll find a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants to explore.

Watford High Street Station

Watford High Street Station, opened in 1862, is situated in the Lower High Street of the town centre. It is served by London Overground, with trains running approximately every 15 minutes daily.

There are many attractions and pubs around the station. Watford Museum and Watford Shopping Centre are both nearby. A bit further away, Watford Palace Theatre offers various performances, including drama, comedy, dance, and more.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.

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