The average train between Watford and London City Airport (LCY) takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 56 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Watford to London City Airport (LCY). 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 every 30 minutes between Watford and London City Airport (LCY). The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:59 PM which arrives into London City Airport (LCY) at 5:56 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 1h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


1h 20m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


1h 20m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


5h 56m • 2 changes


1h 14m • 2 changes


1h 38m • 2 changes


1h 10m • 2 changes


1h 4m • 2 changes


1h 14m • 2 changes


1h 38m • 2 changes


1h 10m • 2 changes


1h 4m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Watford to London City Airport (LCY)? 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 London City Airport (LCY). However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at London City Airport (LCY) station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.
Watford to London City Airport (LCY) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford to London City Airport (LCY) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London City Airport DLR Station.
The distance between Watford and London City Airport (LCY) is 35.1 km. The road distance is 43 km.
You can take a train from Watford Junction to London City Airport DLR Station via London Euston, Euston station, Bank station, and Bank DLR Station in around 59 min.