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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 €6.90 and averaging €6.90. The entire journey takes no more than 45 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
06:39 1 hour 35 minutes, Direct St Albans City	08:14 City Thameslink		Find Tickets
07:04 1 hour 36 minutes, Direct St Albans City	08:40 City Thameslink		Find Tickets
07:34 1 hour 36 minutes, Direct St Albans City	09:10 City Thameslink		Find Tickets
08:12 1 hour 28 minutes, Direct St Albans City	09:40 City Thameslink		Find Tickets
08:26 1 hour 41 minutes, Changes required St Albans Abbey	10:07 City Thameslink	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
08:57 46 minutes, Direct St Albans City	09:43 Paris		Find Tickets

St Albans to City Thameslink Train Route Details

First train

00:17

Last train

23:43

Departure station

St Albans

Arrival station

City Thameslink

Journey time

45 minutes

Distance

31 km

Price

€6.90*

Train operators

Thameslink, West Midlands Trains

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

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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more 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 is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from St Albans to City Thameslink ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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.

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