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St Albans to Watford Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from St Albans to Watford, starting from TWD 147 and averaging TWD 164. The entire journey takes no more than 13 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
02:55 2 hours 48 minutes, Changes required St Albans City	05:43 Watford Junction		Find Tickets
03:55 1 hour 59 minutes, Changes required St Albans City	05:54 Watford Junction	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
04:53 1 hour 37 minutes, Changes required St Albans City	06:30 Watford Junction	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:05 38 minutes, Direct St Albans Abbey	06:43 Watford North	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:05 43 minutes, Direct St Albans Abbey	06:48 Watford Junction	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:53 13 minutes, Direct St Albans Abbey	07:06 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

St Albans to Watford Train Route Details

First train

02:55

Last train

23:47

Departure station

St Albans

Arrival station

Watford

Journey time

13 minutes

Distance

12 km

Price

TWD 147*

Train operators

London Overground, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from St Albans to Watford

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 Watford 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 to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from St Albans to Watford, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from St Albans to Watford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

St Albans to Watford train ticket types

Save money on your trip from St Albans to Watford with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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St Albans to Watford Train prices and times

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