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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Watford will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 18 trains from Milton Keynes to Watford, including 8 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 45 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.
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Trains from Milton Keynes to Watford run on average 16 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 20m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Milton Keynes to Watford.
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Watford trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W33819 | 6:27 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h20 | 6:47 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17911 | 6:30 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h48 | 7:18 AM Bushey (BSH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17911 | 6:30 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h45 | 7:15 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80775 · W88156 | 6:32 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h31 | 7:03 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
Y80775 | 6:32 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h22 | 6:54 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80775+ P69710 | 6:32 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h31 | 7:03 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 transfer | |
Y80783 · Y81032 | 6:42 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h52 | 7:34 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
Y80783 · Y81032+ P69717 | 6:42 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h06 | 7:48 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
Y80784 · Y81034 | 6:56 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h54 | 7:50 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
Y80784 · Y81034 | 6:56 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h50 | 7:46 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
Y80784 · Y81034+ P02416 | 6:56 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h07 | 8:03 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
W70256 | 7:30 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h48 | 8:18 AM Bushey (BSH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70256 | 7:30 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h45 | 8:15 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70256+ C34122 | 7:30 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h59 | 8:29 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 transfer | |
W70263 | 8:00 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h49 | 8:49 AM Bushey (BSH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70263+ C34135 | 8:00 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h59 | 8:59 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 transfer | |
C24675 | 8:30 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h49 | 9:19 AM Bushey (BSH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24675+ C34148 | 8:30 AM Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h59 | 9:29 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Milton Keynes to Watford with West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast. High-speed trains available on this route with Avanti West Coast. Regional trains available on this route with West Midlands Trains. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Watford.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes to Watford trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Watford Junction station pair, with some services arriving at Watford High Street. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and Watford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milton Keynes Central is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre. Public transport options include:
Milton Keynes Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Milton Keynes Central.
ATMs are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Ticket office support is available at Milton Keynes Central. 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, Arrival screens.
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milton Keynes Central: 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 - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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.
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.
Check train stations information for Milton Keynes and Watford, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.