The average train between Sleaford and Watford takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Sleaford 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 hourly between Sleaford and Watford. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sleaford is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Watford at 12:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sleaford 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.
No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Watford. However, there are services departing from Sleaford station and arriving at Watford station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Sleaford to Watford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sleaford station.
Sleaford to Watford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at King's Cross station.
Book your Sleaford to Watford train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Sleaford and Watford is 149.3 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Sleaford to Watford Junction via Peterborough, King's Cross, and London Euston in around 2h 15m.