The average train between Bradford and Watford Junction takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is an hourly train service from Bradford to Watford Junction. 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 Bradford and Watford Junction. The earliest departure is at 12:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Bradford is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Watford Junction at 11:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Watford Junction. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Watford Junction station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Bradford to Watford Junction train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Bradford to Watford Junction train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at King's Cross station.
Book your Bradford to Watford Junction train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bradford and Watford Junction is 253.9 km. The road distance is 341 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Leeds to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 11m.