What is the cheapest way to get from Watford to Barbican?

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Barbican is to line 142 bus and bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford to Barbican?

The fastest way to get from Watford to Barbican is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Barbican?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Barbican. However, there are services departing from Beechen Grove and arriving at Central Street / Old Street via Stanmore Station and Red Lion Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Barbican?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Watford station station and arriving at Barbican station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Watford to Barbican?

The distance between Watford and Barbican is 21 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

How do I travel from Watford to Barbican without a car?

The best way to get from Watford to Barbican without a car is to subway which takes 52 min and costs £17 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Watford to Barbican?

The subway from Watford station to Barbican station takes 52 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Watford to Barbican bus from?

Watford to Barbican bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Beechen Grove station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Barbican train from?

Watford to Barbican train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Watford station.

Where does the Watford to Barbican bus arrive?

Watford to Barbican bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Stanmore Station.

Where does the Watford to Barbican train arrive?

Watford to Barbican train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Barbican station.

Can I drive from Watford to Barbican?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Barbican is 20 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Watford to Barbican.

Where can I stay near Barbican?

There are 21772+ hotels available in Barbican.

Watford to Barbican - 4 ways to travel via subway, line 142 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Watford to Barbican by subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Watford station to Barbican stationsubway Metropolitan
52 min
£17–55
Line 142 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beechen Grove to Stanmore Stationbus 142
2. Take the bus from Stanmore Station to Red Lion Squarebus N98
2h 8m
£5–7
Drive 20.4 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Barbicancar 20.4 mi
37 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford to Barbicantaxi 20.4 mi
37 min
£190–230

Watford to Barbican by subway

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52 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.7 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Watford, England and Barbican, Greater London, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Watford station to Barbican station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £17–55 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beechen Grove to Central Street / Old Street via Stanmore Station and Red Lion Square in around 2h 8m.

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