The average train between Watford and Windermere takes 5h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Watford to Windermere. 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 twice daily between Watford and Windermere. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:07 AM which arrives into Windermere at 3:48 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Watford to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Windermere station via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.
Watford to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Watford to Windermere train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Watford and Windermere is 346.3 km. The road distance is 387 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Watford Junction to Oxenholme Lake District twice daily. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 2h 54m.