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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Watford
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
50 km
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 $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Milton Keynes for Watford on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 38 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.
7:23 AM0h38Milton Keynes8:01 AMWatford$121One-way0 transfers- 9:05 AM0h28Milton Keynes9:33 AMWatford$231One-way0 transfers
- 9:05 AM0h28Milton Keynes9:33 AMWatford$231One-way0 transfers
- 7:23 AM0h38Milton Keynes8:01 AMWatford$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milton Keynes to Watford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milton Keynes to Watford:
A bus is $0.44 (€0.36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes to Watford costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Watford take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 14m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (30m by train vs 51m by car). Tickets start at around $33 (€27) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Milton Keynes to Watford train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Watford trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:23 AM Milton Keynes | 0h38 | 8:01 AM Watford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:05 AM Milton Keynes | 0h28 | 9:33 AM Watford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Watford
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Trains from Milton Keynes to Watford run on average 18 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 10 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.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Milton Keynes to Watford trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Watford from $12 (€10). 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 Milton Keynes to 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milton Keynes to Watford
Most Milton Keynes to Watford trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Watford Junction station pair, with some services arriving at Bushey. 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.
Which Milton Keynes station do trains to Watford leave from?
Getting to Milton Keynes Central from Milton Keynes city centre
Milton Keynes Central is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre. Public transport options include:
Milton Keynes Central train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Watford station do trains from Milton Keynes 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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