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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Essex is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Essex is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Essex. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Polecat Road via The Galleria, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Watford station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at White Notley via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Watford to Essex?

The distance between Watford and Essex is 63 miles. The road distance is 54.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Essex without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Watford to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Essex bus from?

Watford to Essex bus services, operated by Uno, depart from Market Street station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Essex train from?

Watford to Essex train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Watford High Street station.

Train or bus from Watford to Essex?

The best way to get from Watford to Essex is to line 635 bus and bus which takes 3h 53m and costs £12 - £24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Watford to Essex bus arrive?

Watford to Essex bus services, operated by Uno, arrive at The Galleria station.

Where does the Watford to Essex train arrive?

Watford to Essex train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Willesden Junction Low Level station.

Can I drive from Watford to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Essex is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Watford to Essex.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford to Essex?

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Where can I stay near Essex?

There are 738+ hotels available in Essex.

Can I share a ride from Watford to Essex?

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

Watford to Essex - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, line 635 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Watford to Essex by subway, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Watford station to Liverpool Street stationsubway Metropolitan
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
2h 43m
£38–111
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Watford to Essexrideshare 54.3 mi
1h 29m
£3
Line 635 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to The Galleriabus 635
2. Take the bus from The Galleria to Coach Stationbus 737
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Interchangebus X20
3h 53m
£13–24
Train
1. Take the train from Watford High Street to Willesden Junction Low Leveltrain
2. Take the train from Willesden Junction to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
2h 54m
£38–86
Drive 54.3 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Essexcar 54.3 mi
1h 15m
£14–20

Watford to Essex by subway and train

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Distance: 62.9 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to Polecat Road via The Galleria, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Watford High Street to White Notley via Willesden Junction Low Level, Willesden Junction, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 54m.

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