The average train between Blackpool and Watford takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Watford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Watford. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Watford at 7:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Watford. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Watford station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Blackpool to Watford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Watford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Blackpool to Watford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Caledonian Sleeper and 2 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Watford is 299.4 km. The road distance is 390 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.