The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ) will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Watford Junction (WFJ) on Sat, Nov 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
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€28 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h33 | 12:59 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h17 | 3:19 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h19 | 5:21 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 8 | |||||
![]() | 4:50 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h32 | 6:22 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h21 | 6:22 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 18:13. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 04:21 |
Last train 18:13 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, London Public Transportation (3), Gatwick Express from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, London Public Transportation (3), Gatwick Express trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Watford Junction (WFJ) from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
Thameslink
Gatwick Express
London Public Transportation (3)
FAQs: Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ) 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 Junction (WFJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.
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