Travelling from Watford to Leicester by train

Want to know how to get from Watford to Leicester by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Watford to Leicester take around 1 hour and 29 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 120 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Watford is scheduled to depart at around  00:25. The last departure is usually at around 23:41 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Watford at around 06:20, with the last train leaving at around 23:39. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 79 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 10 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €40.43.

We think any time is a great time to visit Leicester, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Leicester.

Is there a direct train from Watford to Leicester?

The journey between Watford and Leicester usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Watford to Leicester every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Watford to Leicester?

The Watford to Leicester train travel takes about 1 hour and 29 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Watford to Leicester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Leicester leaving Watford at around 00:25 and the last train leaving at around 23:41 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Watford at around 06:20, with the final departure at 23:39.