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St Albans to City Thameslink Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from St Albans to City Thameslink, starting from £6.20 and averaging £12.20. The entire journey takes no more than 43m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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    From £15.90
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00:17
St Albans City
01:12
City Thameslink
55m, DirectThameslink
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06:39
St Albans City
08:14
City Thameslink
1h 35m, DirectThameslink
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07:04
St Albans City
08:40
City Thameslink
1h 36m, DirectThameslink
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07:34
St Albans City
09:10
City Thameslink
1h 36m, DirectThameslink
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08:12
St Albans City
09:40
City Thameslink
1h 28m, DirectThameslink
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08:55
St Albans City
09:43
Paris
48m, DirectThameslink
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St Albans to City Thameslink Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:17
Last train
Last train
23:47
Departure station
Departure station
St Albans
Arrival station
Arrival station
City Thameslink
Journey time
Journey time
43m
Distance
Distance
31 km
Price
Price
£6.20*
Train operators
Train operators
Thameslink

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

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from St Albans to City Thameslink can result in significant cost savings.
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 St Albans to City Thameslink 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 St Albans to City Thameslink, 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 St Albans to City Thameslink 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.

St Albans to City Thameslink Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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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%.