- Must visit
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
The university’s flagship museum presents natural history collections in a spectacular neo-Gothic hall, ideal for science and architecture lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$51
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$59
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 39 m
Trains on Sep 20
18
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Watford to Oxford will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
It's difficult to get from Watford to Oxford without transferring at least 3 times.
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Y15436Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $70 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $70, while a train costs an average of $70.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
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$70 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around $70 compared to roughly $24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-46.39. The journey takes 1h 37m 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 Watford to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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LO010100+ LT070200+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Marylebone+ C29721 | 8:00 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 3h07 | 11:07 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO010100+ LT070200+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Marylebone+ C29721 | 8:05 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 3h02 | 11:07 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO010100+ LT070200+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Marylebone+ C29721 | 8:08 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2h59 | 11:07 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009900+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ W34876+ LT067500 | 8:30 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h45 | 11:15 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009900+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ W34876+ LT067500 | 8:35 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h40 | 11:15 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009900+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ W34876+ LT067500 | 8:38 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2h37 | 11:15 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009800+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ Y15436+ LT063700 | 9:00 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h49 | 11:49 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009800+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ Y15436+ LT063700 | 9:05 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h44 | 11:49 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009800+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ Y15436+ LT063700 | 9:08 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2h41 | 11:49 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009700+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ C00675+ LT068200 | 9:30 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h45 | 12:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009700+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ C00675+ LT068200 | 9:35 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h40 | 12:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LM015900+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C00848+ C10403 | 9:35 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 3h14 | 12:49 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009700+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ C00675+ LT068200 | 9:38 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2h37 | 12:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009600+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ W34886+ LT066400 | 10:00 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 3h16 | 1:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009600+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ W34886+ LT066400 | 10:06 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 3h10 | 1:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009600+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ W34886+ LT066400 | 10:11 AM Bushey (BSH) | 3h05 | 1:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
LO009500+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ W34811+ G00874 | 10:36 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 3h02 | 1:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 4 transfers | |
LO009500+ Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+ W34811+ G00874 | 10:41 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2h57 | 1:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Watford to Oxford run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Oxford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oxford trip today.
The university’s flagship museum presents natural history collections in a spectacular neo-Gothic hall, ideal for science and architecture lovers.
World-famous museum of archaeology and anthropology with remarkable collections from ancient Egypt to Pacific cultures.
Britain’s oldest public museum displays global art and archaeology, including classical sculpture, paintings, and Egyptian antiquities.
Oxford’s historic main street is lined with colleges, churches, and grand facades, making it essential for first-time visitors.
A central square framed by the Bodleian, Radcliffe Camera, and university buildings, offering one of Oxford’s defining views.
A peaceful riverside path popular for walking and punting views, giving a greener, more local side of Oxford.
A hearty Oxfordshire sausage made with pork and veal, often seasoned with lemon and herbs. It is a long-standing county specialty linked to local butchers.
A rustic Oxfordshire pie of seasoned pork, bacon, apples and cider. It reflects the county's farming traditions and classic English pub cooking.
A rich fruit cake from nearby Banbury, filled with currants, raisins and spice. It is one of Oxfordshire's best-known historic baked treats.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Historic riverside pub with a strong reputation for cask ales and classic British dishes in a traditional and atmospheric setting.
Historic covered market institution serving Oxford sausages, breakfasts and traditional British comfort food in a casual setting.
Oxford is pricier than many UK cities, with higher hotel and dining costs. Transit is manageable, but central accommodation and tourist-area meals raise daily budgets.
Restaurants may add 10-12.5% service; if not, tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional, usually small change.
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Oxford Railway Station -> Oxford City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford to Oxford 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 Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Watford to Oxford trains use the Watford Junction to Oxford station pair. Use this guide to compare Watford and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
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.
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