Train Derby to Watford from £66 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Derby and Watford takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. There is an hourly train service from Derby 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.

2h 36m
Duration: 136 mi
Distance: £66
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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2h 22m

£51–115

Derby to Watford train times

Trains run hourly between Derby and Watford. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Watford at 6:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, May 4, 2026

3:31 PM → 5:38 PM
2h 7m • 1 change
3:38 PM → 6:33 PM
2h 54m • 1 change
4:31 PM → 6:38 PM
2h 7m • 1 change
4:53 PM → 7:33 PM
2h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, May 5, 2026

6:49 AM → 9:33 AM
2h 44m • 1 change
7:28 AM → 9:38 AM
2h 10m • 1 change
7:51 AM → 10:32 AM
2h 41m • 1 change
8:29 AM → 10:38 AM
2h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, May 6, 2026

6:49 AM → 9:33 AM
2h 44m • 1 change
7:28 AM → 9:38 AM
2h 10m • 1 change
7:51 AM → 10:32 AM
2h 41m • 1 change
8:29 AM → 10:38 AM
2h 9m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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