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St Albans Abbey to Spital by train

First train

05:09

Last train

15:51

Departure station

St Albans Abbey

Arrival station

Spital

Journey time

From 3h 13m

Distance

157 miles (252 km)

Changes

2 changes

Price

From £36

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

How to travel from St Albans Abbey to Spital by train

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

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between St Albans Abbey and Spital, which usually take 3 hours 38 minutes to complete the 157 miles (252 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Spital by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or Merseyrail are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from St Albans Abbey to Spital start from £36.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Spital? 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.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between St Albans Abbey and Spital by train?

The fastest journey time by train from St Albans Abbey to Spital is 3 hours and 13 minutes.

How much does the train from St Albans Abbey to Spital cost?

Train ticket prices from St Albans Abbey to Spital can start from as little as £36 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.

Is there a direct train from St Albans Abbey to Spital?

No, there are no direct train services from St Albans Abbey to Spital. Travelling from St Albans Abbey to Spital by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from St Albans Abbey to Spital leave?

The first train from St Albans Abbey to Spital leaves at 05:09. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from St Albans Abbey to Spital leave?

The last train from St Albans Abbey to Spital leaves at 15:51. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between St Albans Abbey and Spital by train?

Trains travelling from St Albans Abbey to Spital cover a distance of around 157 miles (252 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from St Albans Abbey to Spital

Train tickets from St Albans Abbey to Spital start at £36 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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Consider a Season Ticket

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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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