Trains from London to St Albans from $9.89*

Trains from London to St Albans from $9.89*

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London to St Albans Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to St Albans, starting from $9.89 and averaging $25.92. The entire journey takes no more than 18m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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    Thu
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  • 08:24
    London Euston
    09:02
    St Albans Abbey
    38m, Changes required
    West Midlands Trains
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  • 08:26
    London St Pancras International
    08:44
    St Albans City
    18m, Direct
    Thameslink
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  • 08:28
    London St Pancras International
    08:59
    St Albans City
    31m, Direct
    Thameslink
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  • 08:33
    London St Pancras International
    09:07
    St Albans City
    34m, Direct
    Thameslink
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  • 08:36
    London St Pancras International
    08:54
    St Albans City
    18m, Direct
    Thameslink
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  • 08:48
    London St Pancras International
    09:22
    Paris
    34m, Direct
    Thameslink
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London to St Albans Train Route Details

The London to St Albans train ticket is from $9.89. The average travel time is 18m, covering a distance of approximately 32 mile. There are usually 204 daily trains provided by Thameslink,West Midlands Trains,London Overground. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
00:11
Last train
Last train
23:58
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
18m
Distance
Distance
32 mile
Price
Price
$9.89*
Train operators
Train operators
Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, London Overground

London to St Albans Train Travel Guide

London to St Albans Train Travel Guide

Arriving in St Albans

Trains running from London to St Albans will typically depart from London Euston and arrive at St Albans Abbey. The journey takes around 18m.

Book cheap train tickets from London to St Albans

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from London to St Albans. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from London to St Albans. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're traveling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

London to St Albans train tickets: everything you need to know

London St Pancras International station is located on Euston Road in the London Borough of Camden. It provides around 219 regular trains per day to St Albans City from Platform B, provided by Thameslink. The station is also served by East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, and Eurostar.

Duration time for trains from London can vary depending on the number of stops. The faster route takes around 18 minutes, usually non-stop, while the slower route takes approximately 32 minutes with around eight stops. During longer journeys, you can typically disembark at Elstree & Borehamwood, West Hampstead Thameslink, Kentish Town, and Hendon.

The average cost of train tickets from London St Pancras International to St Albans City is $25.92. To make even further savings, consider booking in advance or purchasing a Railcard, which can save you up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.

You'll arrive at St Albans City Station, located in the city of St Albans in Hertfordshire. All services at St Albans City are operated by Thameslink. St Albans City is well-connected to various destinations, including Bedford, Brighton, and Gatwick Airport.

First-class tickets

You can travel from London to St Albans in even greater comfort with First Class Tickets.

This ticket typically includes:

  • Wider seats with extra legroom for greater comfort onboard
  • Tables with plug and USB sockets – perfect for those using laptops
  • Enhanced Wi-Fi onboard for those working, streaming or browsing
  • A range of drinks and snacks, including teas, coffees, juices, sodas, biscuits, cakes and crisps.

For more details about First Class Tickets, please check our Change, Refund, and Delay Repay Policy.

You may also be interested

Does the Tube run directly to St Albans?

No. The London Underground, or the Tube, does not run directly to St Albans. However, the Thameslink offers direct train services from various Central London stations to St Albans, providing a convenient and efficient alternative.

Can I use an Oyster card to St Albans?

No, you cannot use an Oyster card to travel to St Albans. Oyster cards are primarily used for travel within the Transport for London (TfL) network, which includes the London Underground, buses, trams, Docklands Light Railway (DLR), and some National Rail services within London. St Albans is located outside the TfL network. However, you can tap in and out at St Albans using contactless payment.

Which station is best for St Albans?

The best station for St Albans is St Albans City Station. It is the main train station serving the city and is located in the city centre. St Albans City Station is well-connected and offers frequent train services to and from various destinations, including London.

What line is St Albans on?

St Albans is served by the Midland Main Line. The primary station in St Albans is St Albans City Station, which is a major stop on the Thameslink route. The Midland Main Line (MML) is a major railway line from London to Sheffield in Yorkshire via the East Midlands. It comprises the lines from London's St Pancras station via Leicester, Derby, Nottingham and Chesterfield.

Is St Albans considered London?

No, St Albans is not considered part of London. It is a separate city located in Hertfordshire, which is a county in England. While St Albans is relatively close to London and has good transport connections to the capital, it is an independent city.

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