The average train between Bolton and Watford takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Watford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bolton and Watford. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Watford at 8:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Watford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Watford. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Watford station via Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Bolton to Watford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Watford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Watford Junction station.
Book your Bolton to Watford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bolton and Watford is 254.7 km. The road distance is 284 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Watford Junction via Manchester Piccadilly and Milton Keynes Central in around 3h 10m.