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Trains from York (YRK) to Watford Junction

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39

train journeys
per day

161

miles (259 kms)

3hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 01:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

2

routes

Trains from York (YRK) to Watford Junction

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between York and Watford Junction , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 39 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from York to Watford Junction is approximately 161 miles (259 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 47 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being York to Watford Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from York to Watford Junction Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:40
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:35
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:32
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:18
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:02
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:37
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:03
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:02
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:22
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:48
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:03
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:02
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:18
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:33
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:57
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:18
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:02
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    14:03
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:58
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:18
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:58
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:18
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:02
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    15:48
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:32
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    16:03
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:58
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:33
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:59
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    17:21
    York
    Watford Junction
    York to Watford Junction

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

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 York and Watford Junction

The travel time between York and Watford Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between York and Watford Junction vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:34.

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Amenities on trains between York 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 York & Watford Junction. owever, there are 39 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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