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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction

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44

train journeys
per day

174

miles (280 kms)

2hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:43

first / last train

13

direct trains

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction

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On a typical weekday there are 44 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and Watford Junction , with 13 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction is approximately 174 miles (280 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 20 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Watford Junction.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    2 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    08:16
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:00
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    09:12
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:10
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    3 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    09:59
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:12
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:01
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    10:59
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:01
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:59
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    12:38
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:01
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    12:59
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    13:38
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    13:59
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:33
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    14:38
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:01
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    14:59
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:33
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 20 mins Direct
    15:38
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:01
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    15:59
    Preston (Lancs)
    Watford Junction
    Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Preston (Lancs) and Watford Junction

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and Watford Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and Watford Junction vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 44 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

First class tickets on trains between Preston (Lancs) and Watford Junction typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Preston (Lancs) and Watford Junction can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 13 direct services per day from Preston (Lancs) to Watford Junction

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Watford Junction.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Preston (Lancs) and Watford Junction, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.