What is the best way to travel from Oxford to Watford?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains to Watford from Oxford. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Watford from Oxford?
You can reach Watford with just £51 by taking a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR), but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 9m005:20OxfordCentral Station07:29WatfordHigh Street Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Oxford (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 05:20:00 to High Street Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 07:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 9m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 9m005:20OxfordCentral Station07:29WatfordJunction Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Oxford (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 05:20:00 to Junction Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 07:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 9m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 6m005:20OxfordCentral Station07:26WatfordBushey Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Oxford (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 05:20:00 to Bushey Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 07:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 6m
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Chiltern Railways2h 37m005:35OxfordCentral Station08:12WatfordHigh Street Station0EconomyA Train from Chiltern Railways goes from Central Station, Oxford (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 05:35:00 to High Street Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 08:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 37m
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Chiltern Railways2h 35m005:35OxfordCentral Station08:10WatfordJunction Station0EconomyA Train from Chiltern Railways goes from Central Station, Oxford (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 05:35:00 to Junction Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 08:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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What are the fastest trips from Oxford to Watford?
You can get to Watford from Oxford in just 2h 6m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR). But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 6m005:20OxfordCentral Station07:26WatfordBushey Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Oxford (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 05:20:00 to Bushey Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 07:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 6m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 9m005:20OxfordCentral Station07:29WatfordHigh Street Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Oxford (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 05:20:00 to High Street Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 07:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 9m
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Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 9m005:20OxfordCentral Station07:29WatfordJunction Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from Central Station, Oxford (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 05:20:00 to Junction Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 07:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 9m
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Chiltern Railways2h 35m005:35OxfordCentral Station08:10WatfordJunction Station0EconomyA Train from Chiltern Railways goes from Central Station, Oxford (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 05:35:00 to Junction Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 08:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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Chiltern Railways2h 37m005:35OxfordCentral Station08:12WatfordHigh Street Station0EconomyA Train from Chiltern Railways goes from Central Station, Oxford (United Kingdom) at 22/09/2026 05:35:00 to High Street Station, Watford (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/09/2026 08:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 37m
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Bus from Oxford to Watford
What are the most popular stations in Oxford and Watford?
In Oxford, you will usually depart from Thornhill Park and Ride, Gloucester Green or Central Bus Station, while in Watford you will be arriving at Bushey Station, Carpenders Park Station or Gap, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Watford from Oxford? With 5 connections between 2 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Oxford and Watford, you can pay as low as £51 with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Great Western Railway (GWR): you will get to Watford in just 2h 6m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Oxford and Watford are Great Western Railway (GWR) and Chiltern Railways, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Oxford and Watford is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Yarnton or to Bushey, and look at flights from Oxford Airport, and landing at Farnborough Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Oxford to Watford?
The most popular companies between Oxford and Watford, are Great Western Railway (GWR) and Chiltern Railways. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) and Chiltern Railways
All you need to know when you travel from Oxford to Watford
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Oxford to Watford. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Oxford to Watford
How can I reach Watford from Oxford?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Watford from Oxford.
How far is Watford from Oxford?
The distance between Oxford and Watford is 60.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Oxford and Watford?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 10 kgs, and a flight 15 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Oxford to Watford?
You can get to Watford with just £51 by taking a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).
What is the fastest way to get from Oxford to Watford?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Watford in just 2h 6m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).
More routes to Oxford and to Watford
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Oxford and to Watford. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
