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London Waterloo to Watford train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Waterloo to Watford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £9.90, with average prices for this route around £13.40.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
17:19 London Waterloo	18:14 Watford Junction	55m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
17:20 London Waterloo	18:21 Watford Junction	1h 1m, No direct		Find Tickets
17:29 London Waterloo	18:41 Watford High Street	1h 12m, Direct	London Overground	Find Tickets
17:31 London Waterloo	18:24 Watford Junction	53m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
17:34 London Waterloo	18:30 Watford Junction	56m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
17:46 London Waterloo	18:59 Paris	1h 13m, Direct	London Overground	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Waterloo to Watford train route details

First train

00:10

Last train

23:59

Departure station

London Waterloo

Arrival station

Watford

Journey time

49m

Distance

17 miles

Price

£9.90*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Watford

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between London Waterloo and Watford on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Waterloo to Watford during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo to Watford for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Waterloo to Watford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Watford ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 London Waterloo to Watford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo to Watford train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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