The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Watford
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Watford will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 4 trains that leave Sheffield for Watford on Fri, Dec 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 12 the direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
On Fri, Dec 12 the slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Sheffield to Watford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €77.
Distance: 127 miles (205 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€72 Average price Cheapest | €127 Average price |
3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sheffield to Watford train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Watford trains for tomorrow, Friday, December 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:54 AM Sheffield | 3h35 | 8:29 AM Watford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:07 AM Sheffield | 3h51 | 10:58 AM Watford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 AM Sheffield | 3h18 | 10:29 AM Watford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:37 AM Sheffield | 3h21 | 12:58 PM Watford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Sheffield to Watford trains with Omio?
West Midlands Trains as well as LNER, east_midlands_trains and Cross Country offer trains services from Sheffield to Watford. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Sheffield to Watford.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER, east_midlands_trains and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Watford.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Sheffield to Watford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Watford
Trains from Sheffield to Watford run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:44, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 127 miles (205 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 01:44 |
Last train 22:05 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, LNER, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Sheffield to Watford trainsWest Midlands Trains, LNER, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Watford from $47 (€38). 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 Sheffield to Watford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Watford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 21:00 Saturday 08:15 - 15:15 Sunday 09:15 - 16:30
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Bushey Station
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: behind the Ticket Office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop A in Pinner Road for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop A in Pinner Road for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00 Saturday 09:30 - 12:15
- Type of shops available: High Street shops located nearby
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop A in Lower High Street for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop B in Lower High Street for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone
- Metro: Watford London Underground station (Metropolitan line) is approximately 34 minutes' walk away
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.
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