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Trains from South Merton to St Albans City

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Trains to St Albans City from South Merton

First train

05:01

Last train

22:31

Departure stationSouth Merton
Arrival stationSt Albans City
Journey time

From 1h 20m

Distance

25 miles (40 km)

Frequency

19 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

Thameslink

Plan your journey from South Merton to St Albans City

Considering a trip to St Albans City and need more information on how to take the train from South Merton to St Albans City? Start your search with us today!

Usually, the train from South Merton to St Albans City takes around 1 hour 25 minutes. Every day, there are around 19 trains running on this popular route.

You can take a direct train from South Merton to St Albans City.

Thameslink trains run on this route.

Booking tickets in advance can be cheaper than buying on the day of travel.

Use our Journey Planner to pick the dates and times you want to travel, and we’ll give you all the options.

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

Want to know more about your journey from South Merton 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 I travel from South Merton to St Albans City?

You can get from South Merton to St Albans City by train in 1 hour and 25 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 1 hour and 20 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from South Merton to St Albans City take?

The average journey time by train between South Merton and St Albans City is 1 hour and 25 minutes, with around 19 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between South Merton and St Albans City by train?

The fastest journey time by train from South Merton to St Albans City is 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from South Merton to St Albans City?

Yes, it is possible to travel from South Merton to St Albans City without having to change trains. There are 19 direct trains from South Merton to St Albans City each day. However, there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.

How do I find cheap train tickets from South Merton 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 Merton 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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