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Luton to Watford by train

The journey from Luton to Watford by train is 15.55 mi and takes 1 hr 47 mins. There are 107 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:08 and the last at 19:13. It is possible to travel from Luton to Watford by train for as little as £13.75 or as much as £40.01. The best price for this journey is £13.75.

Lowest Price £13.75
Journey Duration 1 hr 47 mins
Connection per Day 107
Lowest Price £13.75
Highest Price £40.01
First Departure 00:08
Last Departure 19:13
Distance 15.55 mi
Departure Luton
Arrival Watford
Carriers London Overground, West Midlands Railway

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Luton to Watford

The cheapest Luton - Watford train tickets can be found for as low as £11.49 if you’re lucky, or £13.87 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £23.28.

Find the best day to travel to Watford by train

When travelling to Watford by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board London Overground, West Midlands Railway and Thameslink from Luton to Watford
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Luton to Watford CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
1.75kg
Bus
1.88kg
Flight
5kg
Car
4kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Luton to Watford by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Luton and Watford are 1.75kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Luton and Watford? By taking the train between Luton and Watford you will save 3.25kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.13kg compared to a bus and 2.25kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Luton to Watford?
A train ticket from Luton to Watford is £24.98. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £13.75.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Luton to Watford?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Luton to Watford is £13.75. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Luton and Watford by train?
Luton to Watford is 15.55 mi.
How long does the train between Luton and Watford take?
Luton to Watford is on average 1 hr 47 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 7 mins.
Which companies operate from Luton to Watford?
The train journey from Luton to Watford is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London Overground, West Midlands Railway, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway and West Midlands Trains.
How many train connections per day go from Luton to Watford?
Luton to Watford has 107 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Luton to Watford leave?
The earliest train from Luton to Watford departs at 00:08. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Luton to Watford depart?
The latest train from Luton to Watford departs at 19:13. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Luton to Watford in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £13.75 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Luton to Watford by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Luton and Watford is 1 hr 7 mins.
Is there a direct train from Luton to Watford?
Yes, there is a direct train between Luton and Watford.
What are the CO2 emissions for Luton to Watford by train?
The train journey from Luton to Watford creates 1.75kg of CO2 emissions.

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