The average train between Derby and Watford Junction takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is an hourly train service from Derby to Watford Junction. 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 Derby and Watford Junction. 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 Junction 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.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Watford Junction. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Watford Junction station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Derby to Watford Junction train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Watford Junction train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Watford Junction station.
Book your Derby to Watford Junction train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Derby and Watford Junction is 158.1 km. The road distance is 219 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Watford Junction via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 22m.