Watford to Newark Castle by train
| First train | 17:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:50 | |
| Departure station | Watford | |
| Arrival station | Newark Castle | |
| Journey time | From 3h 24m | |
| Distance | 100 miles (161 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Watford to Newark Castle by train
Looking to travel from Watford to Newark Castle by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 22 minutes to travel from Watford to Newark Castle by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 24 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 100 miles (161 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Newark Castle, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry to get to Newark Castle – 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 to Newark Castle 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 to Newark Castle
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Watford to Newark Castle is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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