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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe to Watford
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
43
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 43 trains that leave Crewe for Watford on Sun, Jun 21, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:52 AM2h34Crewe12:26 PMWatfordFind prices0 transfers
10:15 AM2h19Crewe12:34 PMWatfordFind prices1 transfer- 10:46 AM2h25Crewe1:11 PMWatfordFind prices1 transfer
- 11:13 AM2h26Crewe1:39 PMWatfordFind prices1 transfer
- 11:42 AM1h54Crewe1:36 PMWatfordFind prices1 transfer
- 8:49 PM1h39Crewe10:28 PMWatford$1831One-way0 transfers
- 11:51 AM1h42Crewe1:33 PMWatfordFind prices1 transfer
- 8:23 PM1h47Crewe10:10 PMWatford$1831One-way0 transfers
- 8:49 AM1h51Crewe10:40 AMWatford$1831One-way0 transfers
- 11:42 AM1h54Crewe1:36 PMWatfordFind prices1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Crewe to Watford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crewe to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $243 Average price | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Crewe to Watford:
A train is $199 (€163) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Crewe to Watford costing on average $243 (€199).
Other travel options to Watford take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
The journey is about 26m faster (2h 24m by train vs 2h 50m by car) and roughly $12 (€10) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($43 (€35) vs $55 (€45)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Crewe to Watford train times
The table below shows live departures for Crewe to Watford trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C17952 · Y80802 | On time 8:13 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h20 | 10:33 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W33403+Y80802 | On time 8:23 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h10 | 10:33 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
W33403+Y80833+ L22382 | On time 8:23 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h25 | 10:48 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
| W33403+W70284+C11045 | On time 8:23 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h35 | 10:58 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
| W33401+W88187 | On time 8:32 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h10 | 10:42 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W33401+W88187+L22385 | On time 8:32 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h31 | 11:03 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
| W33562+W88191 | On time 8:55 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h17 | 11:12 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W33562+W88191+L22391 | On time 8:55 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h38 | 11:33 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
| C17948 · Y80811 | On time 9:13 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h20 | 11:33 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
| W33763+W88195+L22397 | On time 9:32 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h31 | 12:03 PM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crewe to Watford
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Trains from Crewe to Watford run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 4:09 AM |
Last train 10:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Crewe to Watford trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Crewe and Watford from $43 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Crewe to Watford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe to Watford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Watford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Crewe to Watford
Most Crewe to Watford trains use the Crewe to Watford Junction station pair, with some services arriving at Bushey. Use this guide to compare Crewe and Watford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Crewe station do trains to Watford leave from?
Getting to Crewe from Crewe city centre
Crewe is 1 km from Crewe city centre. Public transport options include:
Crewe train station facilities and services
Crewe has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Crewe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Crewe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Crewe. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Crewe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Crewe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Crewe: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Watford station do trains from Crewe arrive at?
Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre
Watford Junction train station facilities and services
Watford Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bushey from Watford city centre
Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
Bushey train station facilities and services
Bushey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bushey.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bushey. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bushey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bushey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Watford High Street from Watford city centre
Watford High Street train station facilities and services
Watford High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford High Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford High Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford High Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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