The average train between Burnley and Watford takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Burnley 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 every 4 hours between Burnley and Watford. The earliest departure is at 8:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Watford at 12:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Burnley 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 Burnley to Watford. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at Watford station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.
Burnley to Watford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.
Burnley to Watford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Watford Junction station.
Book your Burnley to Watford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Lumo and 2 other operators.
The distance between Burnley and Watford is 268.1 km. The road distance is 344 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Watford Junction via Preston and Milton Keynes Central in around 3h 43m.