The average train between Widnes and Watford Junction takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Widnes to Watford Junction. 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 Widnes and Watford Junction. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Widnes is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Watford Junction at 11:35 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Widnes to Watford Junction? 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 Widnes to Watford Junction. However, there are services departing from Widnes station and arriving at Watford Junction station via Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.
Widnes to Watford Junction train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Runcorn station.
Widnes to Watford Junction train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Watford Junction station.
Book your Widnes to Watford Junction train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Widnes and Watford Junction is 246.3 km. The road distance is 261 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Watford Junction via Milton Keynes Central in around 1h 55m.