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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
$59
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rugby to Watford will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 32 trains that leave Rugby for Watford on Fri, Aug 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 53 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.
C17991 · Y80784 · Y81034
Y80784 · Y81034
Y80784 · Y81034
C17991 · W70256
C17991 · W70270
W34262
W33819
W34262+
Y81034
W34284+
L22369
W34284+
W70275Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rugby to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rugby to Watford:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rugby to Watford costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Watford take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 17m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (57m by train vs 1h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $26 (€21) 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 Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, 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.
The table below shows live departures for Rugby to Watford trains for tomorrow, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33819 | 6:04 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h43 | 6:47 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33819+ W88156 | 6:04 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h59 | 7:03 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
W33819+ P69710 | 6:04 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h59 | 7:03 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 transfer | |
Y80784 · Y81034 | 6:15 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h35 | 7:50 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
Y80784 · Y81034 | 6:15 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h31 | 7:46 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
C17991 · W70256 | 6:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h48 | 8:15 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
C17991 · Y80784 · Y81034 | 6:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h19 | 7:46 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 transfers | |
C17991 · W70270 | 6:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h29 | 7:56 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
C17991 · W70270 | 6:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h32 | 7:59 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
C17991 · Y80784 · Y81034 | 6:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h23 | 7:50 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2 transfers | |
C17991 · W70256 | 6:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h51 | 8:18 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
W34202+ W70256 · W88171 | 6:33 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h45 | 8:18 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2 transfers | |
W34262 | 7:01 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h40 | 7:41 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34262+ Y81034 | 7:01 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h49 | 7:50 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
W34262+ Y81034+ C11031 | 7:01 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h58 | 7:59 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
W34262+ P02416 | 7:01 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h02 | 8:03 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 transfer | |
C17898 · W70263 | 7:08 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h41 | 8:49 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
C17898 · Y80809 | 7:08 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h29 | 8:37 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
C17898 · W70263 | 7:08 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h38 | 8:46 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
C17898 · Y80809+ L22358 | 7:08 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h40 | 8:48 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
C17898 · W70263+ C34135 | 7:08 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h51 | 8:59 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
C17944 · C24675 | 7:16 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 2h03 | 9:19 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
C17944 · C24675 | 7:16 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 2h00 | 9:16 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
W33946+ W88188 | 7:38 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h34 | 9:12 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 transfer | |
W34205+ C24675 | 7:56 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h23 | 9:19 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
W34205+ C24675+ C34148 | 7:56 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h33 | 9:29 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
C17880 · W70275 | 8:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h22 | 9:49 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
W34284+ W70275 | 8:56 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h53 | 9:49 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
W34284+ L22369 | 8:56 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h52 | 9:48 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 transfer | |
Y80823+ L22381 | 9:16 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h32 | 10:48 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 transfer | |
C17884 · W70308+ L22387 | 9:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h51 | 11:18 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
W33952+ W88204+ L22390 | 9:34 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h59 | 11:33 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Rugby to Watford run on average 17 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:35, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 1:35 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby 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 Rugby to Watford trains use the Rugby to Watford Junction station pair, with some services arriving at Bushey. Use this guide to compare Rugby and Watford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre. Public transport options include:
Rugby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Rugby.
Ticket office support is available at Rugby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rugby: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rugby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rugby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Steep ramp from entrance to platforms, staff are available to help, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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.
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.
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