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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to York is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to York is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to York station. However, there are services departing from Clarendon Road and arriving at Rail Station via Black Boy PH and Finchley Road Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Watford and York?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to York. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at York via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Watford to York?

The distance between Watford and York is 207 miles. The road distance is 190.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to York without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Watford to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to York bus from?

Watford to York bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Finchley Road Station.

Where do I catch the Watford to York train from?

Watford to York train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Watford to York?

The best way to get from Watford to York is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 7h.

Where does the Watford to York bus arrive?

Watford to York bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Watford to York train arrive?

Watford to York train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Watford to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to York is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Watford to York.

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

Book your Watford to York train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Watford to York?

Book your Watford to York bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near York?

There are 1951+ hotels available in York.

Watford to York - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromWatford to York

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 7 ways to get from Watford to York by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 33m
£55–133
Drive 189.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford to Yorkcar 189.1 mi
3h 16m
£47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road Station to Rail Stationbus 561
7h
£48–123
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
5h 9m
£84–293
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 37m
£97–174
Fly to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
4h 25m
£76–307
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LHR - LBA
2. Take the train from Leeds to Yorktrain
6h 50m
£132–575

Watford to York by train and foot

406Weekly Services

2h 33mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 205.7 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to York every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Grand Central Trains also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Finchley Road Station to Rail Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.