Watford Junction to Wellingborough by train
| First train | 05:58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:58 | |
| Departure station | Watford Junction | |
| Arrival station | Wellingborough | |
| Journey time | From 1h 45m | |
| Distance | 46 miles (74 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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How to travel from Watford Junction to Wellingborough by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Watford Junction to Wellingborough? Look no further.
You'll usually find 13 trains per day running between Watford Junction and Wellingborough, which usually take 2 hours 40 minutes to complete the 46 miles (74 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 45 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Wellingborough by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. East Midlands Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Wellingborough.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Watford Junction to Wellingborough if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Wellingborough? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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