Watford to St Annes-on-the-Sea by train
| First train | 05:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:00 | |
| Departure station | Watford | |
| Arrival station | St Annes-on-the-Sea | |
| Journey time | From 3h 21m | |
| Distance | 182 miles (293 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Watford to St Annes-on-the-Sea in 3 hours 21 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Watford to St Annes-on-the-Sea? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 32 minutes to travel the 182 miles (293 km) from Watford to St Annes-on-the-Sea by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 21 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 19 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Watford to St Annes-on-the-Sea in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to St Annes-on-the-Sea by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Watford to St Annes-on-the-Sea
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