What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Watford?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Watford is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Watford?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Watford is to taxi which takes 33 min and costs £65 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Watford. However, there are services departing from Brentford County Court and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Central London to Watford. However, there are services departing from Gunnersbury and arriving at Watford High Street via Willesden Junction Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Central London to Watford?

The distance between Central London and Watford is 16 miles. The road distance is 14.6 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Watford without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Watford without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Watford?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Central London to Watford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Watford bus from?

Central London to Watford bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Brentford County Court station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Watford train from?

Central London to Watford train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Gunnersbury station.

Train or bus from Central London to Watford?

The best way to get from Central London to Watford is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Central London to Watford bus arrive?

Central London to Watford bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Central London to Watford train arrive?

Central London to Watford train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Willesden Junction station.

Can I drive from Central London to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Watford is 15 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Central London to Watford.

Where can I stay near Watford?

There are 12759+ hotels available in Watford.

Central London to Watford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Central London to Watford by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gunnersbury to Willesden Junctiontrain Richmond NLL - Stratford / ...
2. Take the train from Willesden Junction Low Level to Watford High Streettrain London Euston - Watford Junction / ...
1h 4m
£14–24
Drive 14.5 mi
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1. Drive from Central London to Watfordcar 14.5 mi
33 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brentford County Court to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Town Hallbus Ra3
1h 21m
£5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central London to Watfordtaxi 14.5 mi
33 min
£65–85
Bus, line 297 bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Faith's Church to Haven Green / Ealing Broadway Stationbus E2
2. Take the bus from Haven Green / Ealing Broadway Station to Wembley Central Stationbus 297
3. Take the train from Wembley Central to Watford High Streettrain
1h 31m
£11–17
Line 483 bus, line 258 bus
1. Take the bus from Ealing Broadway Station to Harrow Bus Stationbus 483
2. Take the bus from Harrow Bus Station to St Mary's Roadbus 258
2h 3m
£6

Central London to Watford by bus and train

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Distance: 16.1 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Watford, England?

You can take a bus from Ealing Road to Watford High Street via Gunnersbury Station, Gunnersbury, Willesden Junction, and Willesden Junction Low Level in around 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brentford County Court to Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 1h 21m.

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