The average bus between Watford and York takes 6h and the fastest bus takes 5h 52m. The bus service runs several times per day from Watford to York. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Watford and York. The earliest departure is at 5:39 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Watford is at 10:03 PM which arrives into York at 3:55 AM. All services require a transfer at West Hendon Bdwy/Herbert Road and take an average of 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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6h 17m • 2 changes
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5h 52m • 2 changes
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6h 17m • 2 changes
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5h 52m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Watford to York? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Watford to York. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at York station via Rail Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.
Watford to York bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Golders Green Station.
Watford to York bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Rail Station.
The distance between Watford and York is 260.1 km. The road distance is 346 km.
National Express operates a bus from Golders Green Station to Rail Station twice daily. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 30m.