The average train between Watford and Bradford takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is an hourly train service from Watford to Bradford. 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 Watford and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 4:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Bradford at 5:31 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 13m • 2 changes


3h 8m • 2 changes


3h 12m • 2 changes


3h 8m • 2 changes


4h 1m • 2 changes


3h 36m • 2 changes


3h 16m • 2 changes


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3h 23m • 2 changes


3h 8m • 2 changes


2h 56m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Watford to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Bradford station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Watford to Bradford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from King's Cross station.
Watford to Bradford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Watford to Bradford train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Watford and Bradford is 254.7 km. The road distance is 341 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 10m.