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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
$42
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Watford will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Oxford to Watford without transferring at least 2 times.
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W70344Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Watford:
A bus is $19 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Watford costing on average $40 (€40).
Other travel options to Watford take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 21m.
Tickets start at around $40 (€40) compared to roughly $14 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-26.34 (€-26.34). The journey takes 1h 36m versus 1h 13m 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 Oxford to Watford trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L37932+ Tube from London Marylebone to Queens Park (London)+ C34182 | 8:03 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h45 | 10:48 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
G00997+ G15035+ Tube from London Paddington to Queens Park (London)+ C34175 | 8:16 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h12 | 10:28 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 3 transfers | |
G00997+ G15035+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W70302 | 8:16 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h13 | 10:29 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 3 transfers | |
Y41831 · G14897+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ Y80832 | 8:27 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h10 | 10:37 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 3 transfers | |
Y41831 · G14897+ Tube from London Paddington to Queens Park (London)+ C34182 | 8:27 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h16 | 10:43 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 3 transfers | |
W34863+ Tube from London Paddington to Queens Park (London)+ C34189 | 9:00 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h58 | 10:58 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
W34863+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W70308 | 9:00 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h59 | 10:59 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
G01000+ G14898+ Tube from London Paddington to Queens Park (London)+ LT219000 | 9:18 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h03 | 11:21 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 4 transfers | |
G01000+ G14898+ Tube from London Paddington to Queens Park (London)+ C34203 | 9:18 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h10 | 11:28 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 3 transfers | |
G15120+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W70316 | 9:32 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h57 | 11:29 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
G15120+ Tube from London Paddington to Queens Park (London)+ C11052 | 9:32 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h11 | 11:43 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
G15120+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W70316 | 9:32 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h54 | 11:26 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2 transfers | |
W34867+ Tube from London Paddington to Queens Park (London)+ C11054 | 9:59 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h59 | 11:58 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
W34867+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W70322 | 9:59 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h00 | 11:59 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
W34867+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W70322 | 9:59 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h57 | 11:56 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2 transfers | |
W35362+ Tube from London Paddington to Queens Park (London)+ C34235 | 10:29 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h14 | 12:43 PM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
W35362+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ Y80856 | 10:29 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h08 | 12:37 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
W34872+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W70336 | 11:00 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h59 | 12:59 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
W34872+ Tube from London Paddington to Queens Park (London)+ C34238 | 11:00 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h58 | 12:58 PM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
W35365+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W70344 | 11:32 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h57 | 1:29 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
W35365+ Tube from London Paddington to Queens Park (London)+ C34245 | 11:32 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h56 | 1:28 PM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
G01178+ G14901+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ Y80867 | 11:41 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1h56 | 1:37 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 3 transfers | |
G01178+ G14901+ Tube from London Paddington to Queens Park (London)+ C11059 | 11:41 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h02 | 1:43 PM Watford High Street (WFH) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Oxford to Watford run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€16) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€16) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
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Best time to book 28 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.
Official public transport app
Watford Junction -> Watford High Street, Watford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Watford trains use the Oxford to Watford Junction station pair, with some services arriving at Watford High Street. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Watford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, 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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