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Trip Overview

The average train between Leeds and Watford takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is an hourly train service from Leeds 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 44m
Duration
203 mi
Distance
£81
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Leeds to Watford train times

Trains run hourly between Leeds and Watford. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Watford at 12:29 AM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross and take an average of 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 53m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 40m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 48m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 53m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 40m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 48m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 53m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 40m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 48m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 58m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 42m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 53m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Avanti West Coast2h 56m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Avanti West Coast2h 54m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Avanti West Coast2h 56m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 53m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 40m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 48m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 53m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 40m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 48m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 29m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leeds to Watford? 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.

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  • Distance: 202.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Leeds, England and Watford, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Leeds to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £60–85 and the journey takes 2h 11m.

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