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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Watford Junction

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30

train journeys
per day

119

miles (192 kms)

3hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Watford Junction

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Watford Junction , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction is approximately 119 miles (192 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 42 mins.

GWR, London Overground, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Watford Junction.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:46
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:34
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    09:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:10
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    10:23
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:41
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    10:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:04
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    11:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:20
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    11:37
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:06
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:23
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:36
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    12:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:06
    3 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    13:12
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:26
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    13:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:06
    3 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    14:12
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:36
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    14:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:06
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:41
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:59
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:06
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    16:24
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:36
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    16:54
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:06
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    17:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:41
    3 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:06
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    18:25
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:41
    3 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    18:53
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Watford Junction
    Cardiff Queen Street to Watford Junction

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Watford Junction

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Watford Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Watford Junction vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Watford Junction can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Queen Street & Watford Junction. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, London Overground, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Watford Junction.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Watford Junction, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.