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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, October 21, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains3h 19m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 22, 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, October 23, 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, October 24, 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, October 25, 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, October 26, 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, October 27, 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 £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 11m.

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