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Trip Summary
5 trains operate daily from Coventry to Watford. The train trip from Coventry to Watford is usually about one hour and 33 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest West Midlands Railway train can get you there in as little as one hour and 31 minutes.
| Distance | 71 mi (114 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 31m |
| Lowest price | $14.12 |
| Trains per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | West Midlands Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Coventry to Watford?
West Midlands Railway is the one and only train line which connects Coventry to Watford. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Midlands Railway | 5 | 1h 34m | $34.51 |
West Midlands Railway train tickets from Coventry to Watford start from $14, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 West Midlands Railway schedules to Watford. West Midlands Railway in Coventry leaves from Canley and one other station. And in Watford trains arrive at Watford Junction .
From Coventry to Watford train travel on West Midlands Railway takes 1 hours and 34 minutes. If you are looking to get to Watford faster, West Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 31 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Coventry to Watford tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Coventry at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 5 scheduled trains on most days. 10 of these are direct connections to Watford. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Watford to Coventry.
City Information
Coventry
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Coventry, located in the West Midlands of England, has been a large settlement for many centuries. Home to the architecturally-stunning Coventry Cathedral, the city offers a wonderfully diverse experience of its medieval history contrasted with the city's modern resurgence.
If you are into cars, planes, or anything transport, then it's worth checking out the Coventry Transport Museum; here, you can enjoy a unique day out discovering vehicles that defined history.
If you'd prefer to spend time in the fresh air, then try taking a walk through FarGo Village. Filled with unique retailers, crafts, music, cafes, and markets, this hidden gem is an exciting place to spend an afternoon exploring, with the guarantee that there will be something there for everyone.
Once your feet are tired from walking, Coombe Abbey Park is waiting to provide a relaxing place to sit by the lake, feed the ducks, or perhaps enjoy a picnic in one of the beautiful surrounding gardens.
Accessing Coventry is easy, thanks to its location right in the heart of England. Close to two large airports, Birmingham International and Heathrow, and the smaller East Midlands Airport, Coventry is very accessible by air. Coventry is also on the West Coast Main Line train service, with regular trains connecting to many destinations. National Express and FlixBus service also operates seven days a week, offering journeys to London and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Coventry?
Main departure station: Canley
There are two stations in Coventry where you can board the train to Watford.
All train stations in Coventry:
Canley
Tile Hill
Where is the train station in Watford?
Main arrival station: Watford Junction
Watford has one train station.
Train stations in Watford:
Watford Junction
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