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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter
Major film attraction at Warner Bros. Studios with sets, props, and behind-the-scenes exhibits from the Harry Potter films.
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 12 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Watford will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Watford without transferring at least once.
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W45418
W45385+
W11097
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W11097 · C17911
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P02416
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P02416
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W11097
W11103+
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W11109
W45385+
W11097 · C17911
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P69712Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€13 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Watford:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Watford costing on average €13.
Other travel options to Watford take longer:
Train takes on average 57m.
Tickets start at around €13 compared to roughly €5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-7.38. The journey takes 57m versus 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Watford trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45385+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ C11031 | 6:02 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h57 | 7:59 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
W45385+ W11097+ P69712 | 6:02 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h16 | 7:18 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
W45385+ W11097 | 6:02 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h07 | 7:09 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
W45385+ W11097 · C17911 | 6:02 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h16 | 7:18 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2 transfers | |
W45532+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W88164 | 6:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h27 | 7:40 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
W45532+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W88164+ P69717 | 6:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 7:48 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 3 transfers | |
W45532+ Y81034+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W88164 | 6:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h37 | 7:50 AM Bushey (BSH) | 3 transfers | |
C04201+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W70270 | 6:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h32 | 7:56 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2 transfers | |
C04201+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ C34116 | 6:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h48 | 8:12 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
W45418+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ C34129 | 6:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h59 | 8:42 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
W45418+ W11103+ P02416 | 6:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h22 | 8:05 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2 transfers | |
W45418+ W11103 | 6:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h10 | 7:53 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
W45418+ W11103+ P02416 | 6:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h20 | 8:03 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
C04203+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W70277 | 6:56 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h30 | 8:26 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2 transfers | |
C04203+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W88175 | 6:56 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h27 | 8:23 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
C10075+ Y80809+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | 7:01 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h36 | 8:37 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
W45426+ W11109 | 7:27 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h12 | 8:39 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
W45426+ W11109 · W70263 | 7:27 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h22 | 8:49 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Luton to Watford run on average 25 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Watford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Watford trip today.
Major film attraction at Warner Bros. Studios with sets, props, and behind-the-scenes exhibits from the Harry Potter films.
Compact local museum covering Watford's people, industry, art, and football heritage in a historic former brewery setting.
Elegant Jacobean house with period rooms, exhibitions, and gardens, offering a strong sense of Hertfordshire country-house history.
Watford's flagship park with broad lawns, woodland, canal-side walks, playgrounds, and sports facilities. A top everyday local favorite.
Pedestrianized retail heart of central Watford, useful for shopping, people-watching, and feeling the town's busy modern atmosphere.
Historic high street with independent shops, old buildings, pubs, and the parish church, preserving much of Watford's older character.
A hearty pub pie of beef and ale under pastry. Common in Hertfordshire pubs and a staple comfort dish locals still order regularly.
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. A classic everyday British pub meal widely eaten in Watford and across England.
Beer-battered fish with chips, usually cod or haddock. A long-standing British takeaway and pub favourite popular with Watford locals.
Well-regarded modern British pub and dining room in a historic setting, known for seasonal menus, Sunday roasts and a polished atmosphere.
Popular contemporary restaurant for steaks, grills and cocktails with stylish interiors and a strong reputation for polished service.
Reliable casual chain known for fresh pasta, pizza and Italian comfort food in a lively, family-friendly setting near the town centre.
Moderate for UK trips: hotels and rail can be pricey, but dining and local transit are usually cheaper than central London.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; if not, round up or tip 10%. Taxis: round up. Cafes and pubs: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
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Watford Junction -> Watford High Street, Watford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

Most Luton to Watford trains use the Luton to Watford Junction station pair, with some services arriving at Watford High Street. Use this guide to compare Luton and Watford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Watford Junction.
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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 options are available at Watford High Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.
Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.
Available at Watford High Street: Parking.
Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Bushey.
Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.
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.
Available at Bushey: Parking.
Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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