What is the cheapest way to get from St Albans City to Watford?

The cheapest way to get from St Albans City to Watford is to rideshare which costs £1 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from St Albans City to Watford?

The fastest way to get from St Albans City to Watford is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between St Albans City and Watford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Telford Court and arriving at King Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between St Albans City and Watford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from St Albans Abbey and arriving at Watford Junction. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from St Albans City to Watford?

The distance between St Albans City and Watford is 8 miles. The road distance is 9.5 miles.

How do I travel from St Albans City to Watford without a car?

The best way to get from St Albans City to Watford without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £2 - £6.

How long does it take to get from St Albans City to Watford?

The train from St Albans Abbey to Watford Junction takes 17 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the St Albans City to Watford bus from?

St Albans City to Watford bus services, operated by Uno, depart from Recreation Ground station.

Where do I catch the St Albans City to Watford train from?

St Albans City to Watford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from St Albans Abbey station.

Train or bus from St Albans City to Watford?

The best way to get from St Albans City to Watford is to train which takes 38 min and costs £2 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 43 min.

Where does the St Albans City to Watford bus arrive?

St Albans City to Watford bus services, operated by Uno, arrive at King Street station.

Where does the St Albans City to Watford train arrive?

St Albans City to Watford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Watford Junction station.

Can I drive from St Albans City to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between St Albans City to Watford is 10 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from St Albans City to Watford.

Where can I stay near Watford?

There are 13222+ hotels available in Watford.

Can I share a ride from St Albans City to Watford?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between St Albans City and Watford. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 7 ways to get from St Albans City to Watford by train, bus, taxi, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from St Albans Abbey to Watford Junctiontrain St Albans Abbey - Watford Junction / ...
38 min
£2–6
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from St Albans to Watfordrideshare 8.6 mi
45 min
£1
Bus
1. Take the bus from Recreation Ground to King Streetbus 602
43 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from St Albans City to Watfordtaxi 9.5 mi
13 min
£22–27
Drive 9.5 mi
1. Drive from St Albans City to Watfordcar 9.5 mi
13 min
£3–4
Line 602 bus via Telford Court
1. Take the bus from Telford Court to King Streetbus 602
1h 1m
£4
Line 602 bus
1. Take the bus from St Albans City station to High Streetbus 602
1h 11m
£4

St Albans City to Watford by train and bus

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Distance: 7.5 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between St Albans City, England and Watford, England?

West Midlands Trains operates a train from St Albans Abbey to Watford Junction hourly. Tickets cost £2–6 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Uno operates a bus from Recreation Ground to King Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4 and the journey takes 24 min. Sullivan Buses also services this route once daily.

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