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Trains from Watford Junction to York (YRK)

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40

train journeys
per day

161

miles (259 kms)

2hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

00:01 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to York (YRK)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and York , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to York is approximately 161 miles (259 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 32 mins.

First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and York.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to York. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to York Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:01
    8 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:30
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:15
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    08:33
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:14
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:01
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    09:32
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:01
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:02
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:07
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 2 changes
    11:32
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:33
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:02
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:33
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:02
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:33
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    14:32
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:02
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:33
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:32
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:02
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Watford Junction
    York
    Watford Junction to York

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

About York Station

Station name York (YRK)
Address York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Watford Junction and York

The travel time between Watford Junction and York by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and York vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Watford Junction & York. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and York.

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