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Scunthorpe to Watford Junction trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Scunthorpe and Watford Junction takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Scunthorpe 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.

3h 11m
Duration
196 mi
Distance
£66
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Doncaster to King's Crosstrain train Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 55m
£41–115

Scunthorpe to Watford Junction train times

Trains run hourly between Scunthorpe and Watford Junction. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scunthorpe is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Watford Junction at 10:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 35m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 35m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 34m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains3h 5m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedGrand Central TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 40m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains3h 11m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedGrand Central TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 40m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains3h 2m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains3h 3m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains3h 3m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)West Midlands Trains3h 4m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 196.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Scunthorpe, England and Watford Junction, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Doncaster to King's Cross every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Two other operators also service this route.

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