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Trains from Derby (DBY) to Watford Junction

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43

train journeys
per day

97

miles (157 kms)

2hrs

fastest journey

04:40 / 23:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Derby (DBY) to Watford Junction

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Derby and Watford Junction , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 43 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Derby to Watford Junction is approximately 97 miles (157 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 32 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Watford Junction.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Derby to Watford Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs.

Journeys from Derby to Watford Junction Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:40
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    07:37
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:30
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    08:10
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:12
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:28
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:33
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:28
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:10
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:38
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:41
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:31
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    13:38
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    14:12
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    14:33
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    15:12
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:10
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    15:33
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    15:38
    Derby
    Watford Junction
    Derby to Watford Junction

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Derby and Watford Junction

The travel time between Derby and Watford Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Derby and Watford Junction vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:27.

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Amenities on trains between Derby and Watford Junction can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Derby & Watford Junction. owever, there are 43 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Watford Junction.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Derby and Watford Junction, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.