What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Watford Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Watford Junction is to bus which costs £18 - £50 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Watford Junction?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Watford Junction is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Watford Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Watford Junction station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Watford Junction station via Airport Bus Station and Black Boy PH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Watford Junction?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Watford Junction. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Watford Junction via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Leicester to Watford Junction?

The distance between Leicester and Watford Junction is 117 miles. The road distance is 86.2 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Watford Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Watford Junction without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Watford Junction?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Leicester to Watford Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Watford Junction bus from?

Leicester to Watford Junction bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Watford Junction train from?

Leicester to Watford Junction train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Watford Junction?

The best way to get from Leicester to Watford Junction is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Leicester to Watford Junction bus arrive?

Leicester to Watford Junction bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Watford Junction train arrive?

Leicester to Watford Junction train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Watford Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Watford Junction is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Leicester to Watford Junction.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Watford Junction?

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Where can I stay near Watford Junction?

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Leicester to Watford Junction - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Watford Junction by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Watford Junctiontrain London Euston - Milton Keynes Central / ...
1h 37m
£55–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Airport Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2h 55m
£18–46
Drive 85.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Watford Junctioncar 85.7 mi
1h 27m
£22–31
Train, line 321 bus
1. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
2. Take the train from Kettering to Lutontrain
3. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Watford Junction stationbus 321
2h 58m
£36–52

Leicester to Watford Junction by train and foot

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 116.4 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Watford Junction, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Watford Junction via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Airport Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £14–35 and the journey takes 2h.

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