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Compare train for Watford to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $107 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $107, while a train costs an average of $107.
Distance: 155 miles (250 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$107 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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You'll arrive about 11m sooner (2h 58m by train vs 3h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $107 compared to roughly $65 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.
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.
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Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Watford to Leeds is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
9:09 AM 3h15 Watford 12:24 PM Leeds $79 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
9:09 AM 3h15 Watford 12:24 PM Leeds $79 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
8:07 AM 3h14 Watford 11:21 AM Leeds $82 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
6:51 AM 3h30 Watford 10:21 AM Leeds $114 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 12 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Watford and Leeds as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Watford Junction (WFJ) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS).
- Travel with London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Grand Central Trains to go to Leeds by train.
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