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About Watford Junction (WFJ) Train Station

Station managed by: London Northwestern Railway

Watford Junction station
Station Road
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD17 1EU

Watford Junction Station can be found on Station Road in Watford as shown on the map, and is operated by London Northwestern Railway.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Watford Junction Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Watford Junction Station

Welcome to Watford Junction: Your Gateway to Adventure

Nestled in the heart of Hertfordshire, Watford Junction is much more than a train station—it's a hive of connectivity and convenience that's ready to whisk you away to your next destination. As one of the busiest stations in the UK, it serves as a crucial hub for both local commuters and long-distance travelers. Whether you're a daily commuter or an occasional traveler, understanding what Watford Junction has to offer can enhance your travel experience. Let's dive into its many features, facilities, and links to exciting destinations.

Facilities at Watford Junction: Meeting Every Need

Watford Junction is designed with the traveler in mind, offering a host of facilities to ensure a seamless journey. The ticket office is operational from 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM every day except Sunday when it opens at 6:30 AM—ideal for early risers and night owls alike. If you've purchased tickets online, you can conveniently collect them at the ticket machines located in the booking hall. For those requiring assistance, an induction loop is available, enhancing accessibility for travelers with hearing aids.

Step-free access throughout the station ensures it is user-friendly for all, including individuals with reduced mobility. Accessible toilets operated with a RADAR key are available, and assistance can be booked in advance for anyone needing extra help. For those using wheeled transport, ramps are available for train access, and there's a dedicated area with 19 accessible parking spaces in the car park.

Shopping and Refreshment Options

As you await your train, enjoy a variety of refreshment facilities available on-site. Grab a quick bite or a cup of coffee from one of the shops, and find an ATM machine for any last-minute cash needs. Although there is no public Wi-Fi, the fully stocked amenities ensure a comfortable wait. Unfortunately, there is no waiting room service, but seating areas are available.

Travel Connections at Watford Junction

One of the key attributes of Watford Junction is its extensive transport links. Should your journey require bus services, rail replacement buses operate from Bus Stop 1, and detailed onward travel information can be printed from available resources. There's even a direct bus connection to Heathrow Airport, making international travel hassle-free. Taxis and car hire services are readily accessible, ensuring you have multiple travel options at your disposal.

Popular Routes: Discover New Horizons

Venturing from Watford Junction is incredibly straightforward with an array of popular travel routes. Why not catch a train to the bustling heart of London and explore iconic sites by heading to London Euston? For a more localized experience, consider traveling to Harrow and Wealdstone or the lively Wembley Central. Dreaming of cultural hubs beyond the city? Take a ride over to Birmingham New Street, the gateway to the Midlands.

From local connections like Hemel Hempstead to grand journeys to Milton Keynes Central, Watford Junction is your starting point for adventure.

Stepping Into the Future

With its strategic location and impressive array of facilities and links, Watford Junction is not just a railway station—it's a community cornerstone and a starting point for so many adventures. Plan your next journey with confidence, knowing you're backed by robust services and extensive travel options. Whether your heart is set on the vibrancy of London or the picturesque countryside, Watford Junction gets you there efficiently. As with any travel plans, booking in advance can often secure the best ticket prices, and the convenience of digital tickets means you can board with ease.

So why wait? Embrace the possibilities with Watford Junction as your trusted guide. Safe travels!

Watford Junction Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:05:30 to 23:00
Saturday:05:30 to 23:00
Sunday:06:30 to 22:30
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes

Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall.

Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsNo
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Yes - from ticket office

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday to Friday:
Saturday and Sunday:
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

Please contact our Contact Centre team on: 0333 311 0006. Who are open during the following times:

Monday to Friday: 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday and Sunday: 08:00 - 16:00 Bank Holidays: 08:00 - 16:00 except Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

**Watford Junction Station is accredited by the Secure Station Scheme**

Luggage storageNo
Lost property
Monday to Friday:09:00 to 17:00

Please note all lost property is sent to Northampton Station

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

This station has been classified as a step-free access category A station. This means that this station has step-free access to all platforms. More information on the step-free classification system can be found at https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955

The assistance meeting point is at the ticket office during 'staff help available opening times'  When station staff aren't available, the assistance meeting point is on the platform where your service is due to depart.  Our on-board conductors will help you onto the train, so please make sure you attract their attention as the train comes to a stop on the platform.

Ticket barriers and gatesYes
Accessible ticket machinesYes

Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall.

Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsYes
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Watford Junction
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableYes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

2 x 20 minute accessible bays at front of station

Accessible spaces19
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

Access to Car park payment facilities is not required as parking is free for disabled users in disabled parking spaces.

Staff Help
Staff help available
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

ToiletsYes

The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.

Accessible ToiletsYes
Baby ChangingYes

Female toilets

Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Watford Junction
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorSABA UK
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Monday to Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces746
Accessible spaces19
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVYes
Parking charges
Note<p>You’ll be able to pay for parking in the following ways:</p><ul><li>The <a href="https://www.sabaparking.co.uk/app" title="">Saba Parking UK app</a></li><li>Via <a href="https://www.sabaparking.co.uk/" title="">the Saba Parking website</a></li><li>The Pay on Foot machine(s) located within the car park (where applicable)</li><li><a href="https://www.sabaparking.co.uk/saba-late-pay" title="">Late Pay</a> is available at this station car park. Allows you to pay up until midnight on the same day.</li></ul><p></p>
Daily£10.00
Annual£1,290.00
Sunday£7.00
Weekly£38.80
Monthly£143.00
Off_peak£7.00
Saturday£7.00
Three_monthly£353.80
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable
ShopsAvailable
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces354

Station forecourt

Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Watford Junction Station

All you need to know about Watford Junction's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Rail replacement vehicles will operate from Bus Stop 1.

Please check your destination before boarding.

Please click here for walking directions from the station to the rail replacement bus stop.

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here

Bus connections to Heathrow Airport

Live Departures and arrivals from Watford Junction Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Watford Junction station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from London EustonLondon Overground06:48307:06 This train has been delayed by a fault with the signalling system
from CoventryWest Midlands Trains06:547On time
from London EustonWest Midlands Trains06:568On time
from TringWest Midlands Trains07:009On time
from London EustonLondon Overground07:03207:11
from St Albans AbbeyWest Midlands Trains07:09-Cancelled This train has been cancelled because of a fault on this train
from London EustonWest Midlands Trains07:128On time