How to get from Southampton to Watford

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What is the best way to travel from Southampton to Watford?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Watford from Southampton. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
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Travel time
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Daily departures
Train
2h 57m
£21
£39
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What is the cheapest way to reach Watford from Southampton?

You can reach Watford with just £21 by taking a Train from South Western Railway, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £21
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • South Western Railway
    3h 2m
    0
    05:11
    Southampton
    Central Station
    08:13
    Watford
    High Street Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • South Western Railway
    3h 3m
    0
    05:30
    Southampton
    Central Station
    08:33
    Watford
    High Street Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • South Western Railway
    3h 1m
    0
    05:57
    Southampton
    Central Station
    08:58
    Watford
    High Street Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • CrossCountry
    2h 58m
    0
    05:15
    Southampton
    Central Station
    08:13
    Watford
    High Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £65
  • CrossCountry
    2h 57m
    0
    05:15
    Southampton
    Central Station
    08:12
    Watford
    Junction Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £65

What are the fastest trips from Southampton to Watford?

You can get to Watford from Southampton in just 2h 57m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 2h 57m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 57m
    0
    05:15
    Southampton
    Central Station
    08:12
    Watford
    Junction Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £65
  • CrossCountry
    2h 58m
    0
    05:15
    Southampton
    Central Station
    08:13
    Watford
    High Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £65
  • South Western Railway
    3h 1m
    0
    05:57
    Southampton
    Central Station
    08:58
    Watford
    High Street Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • South Western Railway
    3h 2m
    0
    05:11
    Southampton
    Central Station
    08:13
    Watford
    High Street Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • South Western Railway
    3h 3m
    0
    05:30
    Southampton
    Central Station
    08:33
    Watford
    High Street Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £21
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Southampton to Watford

What are the most popular stations in Southampton and Watford?

In Southampton, you will usually depart from Central Station, SeaCity Museum or Bitterne Station, while in Watford you will be arriving at Bushey Station, Gap or Carpenders Park Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Watford from Southampton? With 5 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Southampton and Watford, you can pay as low as £21 with a Train from South Western Railway.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Watford in just 2h 57m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Southampton and Watford are South Western Railway and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Southampton and Watford is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Netley or to Bushey, and look at flights from Bournemouth Airport, and landing at Farnborough Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Southampton to Watford?

The most popular companies between Southampton and Watford, are South Western Railway and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: South Western Railway and CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Southampton to Watford

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Southampton to Watford. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Southampton to Watford

How can I reach Watford from Southampton?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Watford from Southampton.

How far is Watford from Southampton?

The distance between Southampton and Watford is 108.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Southampton and Watford?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 18 kgs, and a flight 27 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Southampton to Watford?

You can get to Watford with just £21 by taking a Train from South Western Railway.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Watford?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Watford in just 2h 57m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Southampton and to Watford

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Southampton and to Watford. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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