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Trains from South Croydon to St Albans City

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Trains to St Albans City from South Croydon

First train

05:00

Last train

20:30

Departure stationSouth Croydon
Arrival stationSt Albans City
Journey time

From 54m

Distance

29 miles (46 km)

Frequency

18 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

Thameslink

Trains to St Albans City from South Croydon

Want to travel from South Croydon to St Albans City by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 56 minutes to travel from South Croydon to St Albans City by train. You'll find on average 18 trains per day running on this route.

Trains are direct, so once you’re on board you can sit back and relax.

Thameslink trains operate on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from South Croydon to St Albans City?

Want to know more about your journey from South 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 South Croydon?

To travel to St Albans City from South Croydon, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 56 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 54 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

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

Trains from South Croydon to St Albans City take an average of 56 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 54 minutes. You'll usually find 18 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 South Croydon and St Albans City by train?

The quickest journey time between South Croydon and St Albans City by train is 54 minutes.

Are there direct trains from South Croydon to St Albans City?

Yes, there are direct trains running from South Croydon to St Albans City, you’ll usually find around 18 per day travelling on this route.

How do I find cheap train tickets from South Croydon to St Albans City?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

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2. Use a Railcard

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

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 South Croydon 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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