The average train between Watford and Durham takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford to Durham. 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 Durham. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 9:39 PM which arrives into Durham at 1:04 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 9m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Watford to Durham? 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 Watford to Durham. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Durham station via Durham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Watford to Durham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from King's Cross station.
Watford to Durham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Durham station.
Book your Watford to Durham train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Watford and Durham is 355.9 km. The road distance is 437 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 2h 46m.