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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 on Sep 21
$7
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$7
Fastest journey on Sep 21
16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
16 m
Trains on Sep 21
1
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Albans to Watford will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 1 trains from St Albans to Watford, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 16 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.


The table below shows live departures for St Albans to Watford trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G58964 · LO003000+ LT154400+ X07789 | 8:56 AM St Albans City (SAC) | 2h03 | 10:59 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 3 transfers | |
G58964 · LO003000+ X07789+ LT154400 | 8:56 AM St Albans City (SAC) | 1h58 | 10:54 AM Bushey (BSH) | 3 transfers | |
W11096 | 9:26 AM St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0h17 | 9:43 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W11096+ LO009600 | 9:26 AM St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0h40 | 10:06 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 transfer | |
W11096+ LO009600 | 9:26 AM St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0h45 | 10:11 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
L24683 · LO002800+ LT154700+ X29433 | 9:27 AM St Albans City (SAC) | 1h57 | 11:24 AM Bushey (BSH) | 3 transfers | |
L24697 · LO002600+ X07786+ LT154900 | 10:27 AM St Albans City (SAC) | 1h57 | 12:24 PM Bushey (BSH) | 3 transfers | |
W11102 | 10:41 AM St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0h17 | 10:58 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W11102+ LO009300 | 10:41 AM St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 1h00 | 11:41 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
W11102+ LO009300 | 10:41 AM St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0h55 | 11:36 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 transfer | |
W11108 | 11:41 AM St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0h17 | 11:58 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W11108+ LO009100 | 11:41 AM St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 1h00 | 12:41 PM Bushey (BSH) | 1 transfer | |
W11108+ LO009100 | 11:41 AM St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0h55 | 12:36 PM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 transfer | |
W11114 | 12:41 PM St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0h17 | 12:58 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W11120 | 1:41 PM St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0h17 | 1:58 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from St Albans to Watford run on average 12 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 17m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:51 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 St Albans 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 St Albans to Watford trains use the St Albans City to Watford Junction station pair, with some services arriving at Watford North. Use this guide to compare St Albans and Watford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St Albans City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.
Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.
Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
St Albans Abbey has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at St Albans Abbey.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at St Albans Abbey: Parking.
Available at St Albans Abbey: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans Abbey: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 North is 2 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
Watford North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Watford North.
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.
Available at Watford North: Parking.
Available at Watford North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford North: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, 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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