The average train between Watford and Epping takes 1h 34m and the fastest train takes 1h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford to Epping. 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 Epping. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Epping at 1:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Shepherds Bush and take an average of 1h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Watford to Epping. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Epping station via Shepherds Bush. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.
Watford to Epping train services, operated by Southern, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford to Epping train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Epping station.
The distance between Watford and Epping is 35.2 km. The road distance is 60 km.
You can take a subway from Watford station to Epping station via Liverpool Street station in around 1h 34m.