Harry Potter studios by train from London
From London Euston, a direct train reaches Watford Junction in about 20 minutes, then a free shuttle, included in the studio ticket, covers the last stretch of about 15 minutes. The Civitatis train day trip bundles the train tickets and entry.
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The train journey, step by step
- Departure station
- London Euston Studio Tour · Getting there and shuttle
- Arrival station
- Watford Junction, the nearest station to the studios Studio Tour · Getting there and shuttle
- Time by train
- About 20 minutes on a direct train; other services from Euston may take longer Studio Tour · Getting there and shuttle
- Shuttle
- About 15 minutes, at least every 30 minutes from 9.20am, free with your ticket Studio Tour · Getting there and shuttle
- Oyster card
- Valid between London Euston and Watford Junction Studio Tour · Getting there and shuttle
- Return
- The last shuttle leaves the studios when the tour closes Studio Tour · Getting there and shuttle
- Civitatis day trip
- Train tickets between London Euston and Watford Junction and entry to the studios, with or without an English-speaking escort Civitatis · Train day trip
- Meeting point
- Euston War Memorial, 15 minutes before the agreed time Civitatis · Train day trip
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before the activity, according to Civitatis Civitatis · Train day trip
- Accessibility
- Civitatis states this day trip is not wheelchair accessible Civitatis · Train day trip
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Book the train day trip
Train day trip with studio entry
Train from London Euston to Watford Junction, shuttle to the studios and entry included. Two options: self-guided, or with an English-speaking escort.
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Train only or day trip?
With an entry ticket bought on its own, the train is paid separately to the rail operator. With the Civitatis day trip, the train tickets and studio entry are booked together.
The escorted option is in English. In that option, according to Civitatis, the return tickets are not tied to a fixed time: you choose when to go back, within the limit of the last shuttle.
What about without the train?
A direct coach from central London also exists. To compare train, coach and day trip, see the page on getting there from London.
Frequently asked questions
Which station for the Harry Potter studios?
Watford Junction, the nearest station. A direct train gets there from London Euston in about 20 minutes.
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Do I pay for the shuttle from Watford Junction?
No. It is included in the entry ticket. It takes about 15 minutes and runs at least every 30 minutes from 9.20am.
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Do I buy the train separately?
With the entry ticket on its own, yes. With the Civitatis train day trip, the train tickets are included.
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Can I use an Oyster card?
Yes, between London Euston and Watford Junction.
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Where do we meet for the day trip?
At Euston War Memorial, next to the station, 15 minutes before the agreed time.
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