It takes an average of 3h 40m to travel from Chester to Watford Junction by train, over a distance of around 149 miles (240 km). There are normally 56 trains per day travelling from Chester to Watford Junction and tickets for this journey start from £30.50 when you book in advance.
First train | 03:46 | |
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Last train | 21:31 | |
Departure station | Chester | |
Arrival station | Watford Junction | |
Journey time | From 2h 2m | |
Distance | 149 miles (240 km) | |
Frequency | 56 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £30.50 | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Thinking about taking the train from Chester to Watford Junction? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 40 minutes to travel the 149 miles (240 km) from Chester to Watford Junction by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 56 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to Watford Junction. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Chester to Watford Junction in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £30.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
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The average journey time by train between Chester and Watford Junction is 3 hours and 40 minutes, with around 56 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Chester to Watford Junction is 2 hours and 2 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Chester to Watford Junction can start from as little as £30.50 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Chester to Watford Junction. Travelling from Chester to Watford Junction by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Chester to Watford Junction leaves at 03:46. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Chester to Watford Junction leaves at 21:31. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Chester to Watford Junction cover a distance of around 149 miles (240 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Watford Junction to Chester.
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