The average train between Grimsby and Watford Junction takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Grimsby 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 Grimsby and Watford Junction. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grimsby is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Watford Junction at 7:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Grimsby to Watford Junction? 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 Grimsby to Watford Junction. However, there are services departing from Grimsby station and arriving at Watford Junction station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Grimsby to Watford Junction train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.
Grimsby to Watford Junction train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at King's Cross station.
Book your Grimsby to Watford Junction train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Grimsby and Watford Junction is 212.6 km. The road distance is 357 km.
You can take a train from Grimsby Town to Watford Junction via Doncaster, King's Cross, and London Euston in around 3h 27m.