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St Albans to London Charing Cross train prices and times
Planning a journey from St Albans to London Charing Cross? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 57.61, with average prices for this route around QAR 92.17. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:05 St Albans City | 06:17 London Charing Cross |  Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
05:35 St Albans City | 06:49 London Charing Cross | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
06:05 St Albans Abbey | 07:43 London Charing Cross | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
06:27 St Albans City | 07:20 London Charing Cross | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
06:39 St Albans City | 07:32 London Charing Cross | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
06:45 St Albans City | 07:47 Paris | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
St Albans to London Charing Cross train route details
First train
05:05
Last train
23:47
Journey time
51m
Distance
31 km
Price
QAR 57.61*
How to book cheap train tickets from St Albans to London Charing Cross
Season Tickets for frequent travels
If you frequently travel between St Albans and London Charing Cross, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for Southeast England
To save on train travel in Southeast England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it’s highly advantageous for frequent travellers within this region.
Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from St Albans to London Charing Cross can result in significant cost savings.
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
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 St Albans to London Charing Cross, 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%
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
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 St Albans to London Charing Cross more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
St Albans to London Charing Cross 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:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.