Watford Junction to Old Street by train
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:15 | |
| Departure station | Watford Junction | |
| Arrival station | Old Street | |
| Journey time | From 1h 7m | |
| Distance | 16 miles (26 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Watford Junction to Old Street by train
Looking to travel from Watford Junction to Old Street by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 18 minutes to travel from Watford Junction to Old Street by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 7 minutes though. You'll usually find 18 trains per day running along the 16 miles (26 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Old Street, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London Overground or Southern to get to Old Street – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Watford Junction to Old Street in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Watford Junction to Old Street
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