Bus services in Watford

Enjoy theatres, parks, shopping and more in this thriving town.

Perched on the edge of London, Watford offers everything from fantastic shopping to award-winning parks. The intu shopping centre includes an IMAX cinema and bowling. Want some fresh air? Cassiobury Park offers paddling pools, a bandstand and lots of family-friendly fun. You can also let your hair down in Watford's many nightclubs, comedy venues, bars and pubs. Or enjoy a delicious meal out and see a performance at the Watford Palace Theatre, the Watford Colosseum or The Pump House.

Our buses run regularly in and around Watford and connect the town to Hemel Hempstead, St Albans, Rickmansworth and beyond.

Or why not try luxury transport that comes to you with ArrivaClick? Use our simple app to select your location, collection time and destination. You can also pay securely in-app using your credit or debit card. Find out more about ArrivaClick in Watford here.

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