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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City

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Trains to St Albans City from Bristol Temple Meads

First train

03:53

Last train

22:50

Departure stationBristol Temple Meads
Arrival stationSt Albans City
Journey time

From 2h 21m

Distance

99 miles (159 km)

Frequency

79 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, London Overground, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink

What are the train times from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City?

Check out the next trains departing from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City for Tuesday 13th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:3314:242h 51m, 3 changes
12:0014:412h 41m, 2 changes
12:3015:112h 41m, 2 changes
12:3215:242h 52m, 3 changes
13:0015:412h 41m, 2 changes
13:0915:542h 45m, 3 changes
13:3016:112h 41m, 2 changes
14:0016:412h 41m, 2 changes
14:0916:412h 32m, 3 changes
14:3017:112h 41m, 2 changes

What are the train times from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City?

Get from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City in as little as 2 hours 21 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City takes around 3 hours 11 minutes. There are around 79 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between Bristol Temple Meads and St Albans City, you'll need to make 2 changes.

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern and Thameslink trains run on this route.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City?

Want to know more about your journey from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to St Albans City from Bristol Temple Meads?

To travel to St Albans City from Bristol Temple Meads, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 3 hours and 11 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 21 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City?

Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City take an average of 3 hours and 11 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 21 minutes. You'll usually find 79 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Bristol Temple Meads and St Albans City by train?

The quickest journey time between Bristol Temple Meads and St Albans City by train is 2 hours and 21 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City?

No, there are no direct trains running from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City?

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4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Bristol Temple Meads to St Albans City is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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