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Chester to Watford Junction train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Chester to Watford Junction, starting from £31.00 and averaging £35.50. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 0m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
04:48 Chester	07:41 Watford Junction	2h 53m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:26 Chester	09:38 Watford Junction	4h 12m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:56 Chester	08:53 Watford Junction	2h 57m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:24 Chester	09:12 Watford Junction	2h 48m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:24 Chester	09:33 Watford Junction	3h 9m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:24 Chester	09:38 Paris	3h 14m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Chester to Watford Junction train route details

First train

04:48

Last train

21:34

Departure station

Chester

Arrival station

Watford Junction

Journey time

2h 0m

Distance

150 miles

Price

£31.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Chester to Watford Junction

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Chester to Watford Junction can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Chester to Watford Junction, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Chester to Watford Junction ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Chester to Watford Junction more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Chester to Watford Junction train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Trains from Chester to Watford Junction from £31.00

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Chester to Watford Junction train prices and times

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