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Purley Oaks to St Albans train prices and times

Looking to travel from Purley Oaks to St Albans? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as € 14.08, with average prices for this route around € 23.42.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
07:21 1h 4m, No direct Purley Oaks	08:25 St Albans City		Find Tickets
07:51 1h 3m, No direct Purley Oaks	08:54 St Albans City		Find Tickets
07:51 2h 11m, No direct Purley Oaks	10:02 St Albans Abbey	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
08:21 1h 3m, No direct Purley Oaks	09:24 St Albans City		Find Tickets
08:48 1h 6m, No direct Purley Oaks	09:54 St Albans City		Find Tickets
08:48 2h 14m, No direct Purley Oaks	11:02 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Purley Oaks to St Albans train route details

First train

05:13

Last train

23:18

Departure station

Purley Oaks

Arrival station

St Albans

Journey time

1h 3m

Distance

48 km

Price

€ 14.08*

Train Operators

Thameslink, Southern, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Purley Oaks to St Albans

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Purley Oaks to St Albans. 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Purley Oaks to St Albans, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

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 Purley Oaks to St Albans 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

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Purley Oaks to St Albans 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Purley Oaks to St Albans train prices and times

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