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City Thameslink to St Albans Train prices and times

Planning a journey from City Thameslink to St Albans? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 44.05, with average prices for this route around SAR 60.30. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:11
City Thameslink
00:57
St Albans City
46m, DirectThameslink
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00:37
City Thameslink
06:04
St Albans Abbey
5h 27m, Changes requiredWest Midlands Trains
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00:39
City Thameslink
01:32
St Albans City
53m, DirectThameslink
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01:25
City Thameslink
02:17
St Albans City
52m, DirectThameslink
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03:25
City Thameslink
04:17
St Albans City
52m, DirectThameslink
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04:25
City Thameslink
05:17
Paris
52m, DirectThameslink
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City Thameslink to St Albans Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:11
Last train
Last train
23:38
Departure station
Departure station
City Thameslink
Arrival station
Arrival station
St Albans
Journey time
Journey time
25m
Distance
Distance
31 km
Price
Price
SAR 44.05*
Train operators
Train operators
London Overground, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from City Thameslink to St Albans

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from City Thameslink to St Albans during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from City Thameslink to St Albans for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from City Thameslink to St Albans, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from City Thameslink to St Albans ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

City Thameslink to St Albans train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.