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Trip Overview

The average train between Watford and Leeds takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is an hourly train service from Watford to Leeds. 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 47m
Duration
203 mi
Distance
£82
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Watford to Leeds train times

Trains run hourly between Watford and Leeds. The earliest departure is at 4:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Leeds at 2:12 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 39m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 47m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 4m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 50m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 4m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 50m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 4m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 50m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 42m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 57m • 1 change
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    Caledonian SleeperLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 39m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 58m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 1m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 55m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 4m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 50m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 31m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford to Leeds? 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 47m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £60–85 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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