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Trip Overview

The average train between York and Watford Junction takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from York 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.

2h 31m
Duration
206 mi
Distance
£82
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

York to Watford Junction train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between York and Watford Junction. The earliest departure is at 4:40 AM at night, and the last departure from York is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Watford Junction at 5:47 AM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross and take an average of 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 57m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Avanti West Coast2h 36m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Avanti West Coast2h 17m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Avanti West Coast2h 35m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 48m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 25m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 27m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 48m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 25m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 27m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 48m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 25m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 27m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 48m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 25m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 27m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 48m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 25m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 27m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 22m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 205.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between York, England and Watford Junction, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from York to King's Cross every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Grand Central Trains also services this route every 4 hours.

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