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Croydon to St Albans Abbey train prices and times

Planning a journey from Croydon to St Albans Abbey? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £ 11.60, with average prices for this route around £ 19.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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04:10
East Croydon
05:55
St Albans Abbey
1h 45m, DirectThameslink
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04:40
East Croydon
06:19
St Albans Abbey
1h 39m, DirectThameslink
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05:10
East Croydon
06:44
St Albans Abbey
1h 34m, DirectThameslink
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05:40
East Croydon
07:12
St Albans Abbey
1h 32m, DirectThameslink
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06:03
East Croydon
07:33
St Albans Abbey
1h 30m, DirectThameslink
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06:15
East Croydon
08:17
Paris
2h 2m, No directSouthernWest Midlands Trains
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Croydon to St Albans Abbey train route details

First train
First train
00:25
Last train
Last train
23:55
Departure station
Departure station
Croydon
Arrival station
Arrival station
St Albans Abbey
Journey time
Journey time
1h 26m
Distance
Distance
45 km
Price
Price
£ 11.60*
Train Operators
Train Operators
London Overground, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Croydon to St Albans Abbey

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Croydon to St Albans Abbey. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Croydon to St Albans Abbey for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Croydon to St Albans Abbey, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Croydon to St Albans Abbey ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Croydon to St Albans Abbey more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Croydon to St Albans Abbey train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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