The average train between Edinburgh and Watford takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. There is an hourly train service from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Watford. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 8:20 PM which arrives into Watford at 5:47 AM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross and take an average of 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 58m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Watford. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley station and arriving at King's Cross station via King's Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.
Edinburgh to Watford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Watford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.
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The distance between Edinburgh and Watford is 511.8 km. The road distance is 584 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £130–180 and the journey takes 4h 8m.