Watford to Longford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Watford to Longford

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€16

Average price

€16

Fastest journey

34 m

Average duration

48 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

20 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Watford to Longford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Watford to Longford will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Watford for Longford on Wed, Feb 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 20 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 34 m .

On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National Express
08:13PM0h34
Watford
08:47PMLongford
€161One-way
0 transfers
National Express
04:53AM0h49
Watford
05:42AMLongford
€161One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:04PM1h00
Watford
04:04PMLongford
€161One-way
0 transfers

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Compare bus and train for Watford to Longford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Watford to Longford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €51.

Distance: 20 km

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€16

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€51

Average price

1h 22m

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52m

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30m

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1h 50m

Average total duration

1h 20m

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Watford to Longford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Watford to Longford buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 12:43 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express9:08 PM Watford
0h34
9:42 PM Longford0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, February 4
national_express4:53 AM Watford
0h49
5:42 AM Longford0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Watford to Longford

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Buses from Watford to Longford run on average 32 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.

There are 32 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:03, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 20 km distance in 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
20 km
Average bus duration
52m
Cheapest ticket price
€15
Buses per day
32
Direct buses
32
Fastest bus
45m
First bus
00:03
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Watford to LongfordYou can travel by bus between Watford to Longford with National Express, Megabus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
34m
Cheapest Price
€15
National Express frequency
26 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
38m
Cheapest Price
€16
Megabus frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Bus from Watford to Longford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford to Longford by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Longford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Watford to Longford can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Watford to Longford is €16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Watford to Longford is 45m to travel the 20 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Watford to Longford leaves at 12:03 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Watford to Longford leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 32 direct coaches a day from Watford to Longford with National Express, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Watford to Longford, you can count on National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to Longford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Watford and Longford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Longford from Watford is worth doing with a journey time of 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Watford to Longford is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Watford and Longford including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Watford to Longford:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Watford to Longford for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Watford to Longford depends on the coach companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Watford to Longford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Watford to Longford:
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Watford to Longford:
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Watford to Longford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Watford to Longford with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Watford to Longford with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Watford to Longford with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.

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