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Preston to Watford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Watford takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 31m. 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.

3h 16m
Duration
191 mi
Distance
£56
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Milton Keynes

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Milton Keynes Centraltrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Watford Junctiontrain train Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2h 10m
£34–110

Preston to Watford train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Preston and Watford. The earliest departure is at 5:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Watford at 12:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    LumoWest Midlands Trains2h 44m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 55m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 3m • 1 change

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    LumoWest Midlands Trains3h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 41m • 1 change

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    LumoWest Midlands Trains2h 47m • 1 change

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    LumoWest Midlands Trains3h 10m • 1 change

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    LumoWest Midlands Trains2h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 42m • 1 change

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    LumoAvanti West Coast3h 1m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 57m • 1 change

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    LumoWest Midlands Trains2h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 55m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 4m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 21m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 41m • 1 change

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    LumoWest Midlands Trains2h 47m • 1 change

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    LumoWest Midlands Trains3h 10m • 1 change

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    LumoWest Midlands Trains2h 44m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston 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.

Map of how to get from Preston to Watford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 190.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Watford Junction via Milton Keynes Central in around 2h 10m.

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