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The average train between Watford and Nottingham takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is an hourly train service from Watford to Nottingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 17m
Duration
144 mi
Distance
£77
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Watford to Nottingham train times

Trains run hourly between Watford and Nottingham. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Nottingham at 1:59 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 12m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 34m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 25m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 41m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 22m • 1 change
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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands Railways2h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 41m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 22m • 1 change
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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands Railways2h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 41m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 22m • 1 change
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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands Railways2h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 41m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 22m • 1 change
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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands Railways2h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 41m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railways2h 22m • 1 change
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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands Railways2h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 8m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford to Nottingham? 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.

Map of how to get from Watford to Nottingham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 143.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Watford, England and Nottingham, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottingham hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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