What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to York?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to York is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to York?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to York is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to York station. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Rail Station via Black Boy PH, Airport Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and York?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to York. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at York via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to York?

The distance between Watford Junction and York is 207 miles. The road distance is 189.4 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to York without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to York without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to York?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Watford Junction to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to York bus from?

Watford Junction to York bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to York train from?

Watford Junction to York train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to York?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to York is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Watford Junction to York bus arrive?

Watford Junction to York bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Watford Junction to York train arrive?

Watford Junction to York train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to York is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Watford Junction to York.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to York?

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Watford Junction to York - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Watford Junction to York by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 33m
£31–184
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rail Stationbus 436 / ...
6h 29m
£45–72
Drive 188.3 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Yorkcar 188.3 mi
3h 15m
£46–66
Fly to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
4h 30m
£60–282
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Yorktrain Reading - York / ...
3h 38m
£36–261
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
5h 18m
£68–248

Watford Junction to York by train and foot

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Distance: 205.7 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to York every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £28–110 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Grand Central Trains also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rail Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £27–40 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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