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Purley to St Albans train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Purley to St Albans, starting from VND 430,054 and averaging VND 715,552. The entire journey takes no more than 56m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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23:25
1h 32m, No direct
Purley
00:57
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St Albans City
SouthernThameslink
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23:25
7h 23m, No direct
Purley
06:48
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Paris
SouthernWest Midlands Trains
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Purley to St Albans train route details

First train
First train
00:03
Last train
Last train
23:25
Departure station
Departure station
Purley
Arrival station
Arrival station
St Albans
Journey time
Journey time
56m
Distance
Distance
48 km
Price
Price
VND 430,054*
Train Operators
Train Operators
London Overground, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Purley to St Albans

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Purley to St Albans during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 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 Purley to St Albans, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Purley to St Albans more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Purley to St Albans train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.