The average train between Watford and Sleaford takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford to Sleaford. 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 Watford and Sleaford. The earliest departure is at 5:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 9:16 PM which arrives into Sleaford at 9:59 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Watford to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Sleaford station via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Watford to Sleaford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from King's Cross station.
Watford to Sleaford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Sleaford station.
Book your Watford to Sleaford train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Hull Trains and 3 other operators.
The distance between Watford and Sleaford is 149.3 km. The road distance is 226 km.
You can take a train from Watford Junction to Sleaford via London Euston, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 3h 10m.