How much does a train ticket from St Albans to London cost?

The average train ticket price from St Albans to London is $19. The best way to find train tickets from St Albans to London is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from St Albans to London?

A train trip between St Albans and London is around 21m, although the fastest train will take about 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 20 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between St Albans and London?

The number of trains from St Albans to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 43. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from St Albans to London by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in London?

Once in London, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Madame Tussauds London, Kew Gardens, London Mithraeum, The British Museum, St Paul's Cathedral.

Trains from St Albans to London | ThamesLink

Compare 2 ways to go from St Albans to London.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Train	Average Price$10 - $92	Average Duration21m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $6	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the train from St Albans to London

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 21 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43train per day

21mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest ticket

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train St Albans to London: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$19

Average train trip duration21m

Number of daily trains43

Earliest train departure6:55am

Distance17 miles (26 km)

Latest train departure11:47pm

Train Companies

ThamesLink

4.5/59 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Based on 9 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. ThamesLink ticket prices on this trip start at $10.00

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

St Albans to London Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/29

$14

04/30

$14

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$14

05/02

$14

05/03

$9

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$13

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$13

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$14

The cheapest trip from St Albans to London was searched and found on May 3, 2025 with a price of $9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St Albans to London, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $87 for a train ticket from St Albans to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-05-03.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between St Albans and London is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in London.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to London, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between St Albans and London, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from St Albans to London, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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