The average train between Preston and Watford takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston 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 every 4 hours between Preston and Watford. The earliest departure is at 3:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Watford at 12:54 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston station and arriving at Watford station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.
Preston to Watford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Watford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Watford Junction station.
Book your Preston to Watford train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Preston and Watford is 281.2 km. The road distance is 318 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Watford Junction 5 times a day. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.
