Watford tube station facts for kids
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| Location | Watford |
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| Local authority | Watford |
| Managed by | London Underground |
| Number of platforms | 2 |
| Fare zone | 7 |
| Key dates | |
| 1925 | Opened |
| 14 November 1966 | Goods yard closed |
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Watford is a train station located in the town of Watford, England. It is the very last stop on a special part of the London Underground's Metropolitan line. This station is found in an area known as Zone 7 of the public transport system.
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About Watford Station
Watford station first opened its doors in 1925. It has two platforms where passengers can get on and off trains. The station is managed by London Underground, which runs the famous tube network in London.
The Metropolitan Line
The Metropolitan line is one of the oldest parts of the London Underground system. It connects central London with areas further out, like Watford. Trains on this line help many people travel for work, school, and fun every day.
Travelcard Zones Explained
London's public transport system uses "zones" to help figure out how much a journey costs. Zone 1 is in the very center of London. The higher the zone number, the further away from the center you are. Watford station is in Zone 7, meaning it's quite a distance from the heart of London.
Future Plans: The Croxley Rail Link
There are plans to make changes to the train lines around Watford. A new railway line, called the Croxley Rail Link, is being built. This new line will connect to Watford Junction railway station. When the Croxley Rail Link is finished, the current Watford station on the Metropolitan line might close. This change aims to make it easier for people to travel around Watford and connect to other train services.
Images for kids
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A platform at Watford tube station
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An old map from 1924 showing the planned extension to Watford
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A map showing the new Croxley Rail Link
