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Croydon to St Albans City by train

First train

03:10

Last train

02:10

Departure station

Croydon

Arrival station

St Albans City

Journey time

From 48m

Distance

28 miles (45 km)

Frequency

122 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

Thameslink

How to travel from Croydon to St Albans City by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Croydon to St Albans City? Look no further.

You'll usually find 122 trains per day running between Croydon and St Albans City, which usually take 58 minutes to complete the 28 miles (45 km) journey. It can take as little as 48 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Thameslink trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to St Albans City.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Croydon to St Albans City if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to St Albans City? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Croydon to St Albans City

Want to know more about your journey from Croydon 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 Croydon?

To travel to St Albans City from Croydon, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 58 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 48 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Croydon to St Albans City?

Trains from Croydon to St Albans City take an average of 58 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 48 minutes. You'll usually find 122 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 Croydon and St Albans City by train?

The quickest journey time between Croydon and St Albans City by train is 48 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Croydon to St Albans City?

Yes, there are direct trains running from Croydon to St Albans City, you’ll usually find around 122 per day travelling on this route.

Cheap train tickets from Croydon to St Albans City

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Croydon to St Albans City is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

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

† 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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