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St Albans to London Charing Cross train prices and times

Looking to travel from St Albans to London Charing Cross? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as CAD 35.80, with average prices for this route around CAD 35.80.

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
17:57 53m, No direct St Albans City	18:50 London Charing Cross	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:57 57m, No direct St Albans City	18:54 London Charing Cross		Find Tickets
18:01 1h 1m, No direct St Albans City	19:02 London Charing Cross	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
18:01 1h 4m, No direct St Albans City	19:05 London Charing Cross		Find Tickets
18:13 52m, No direct St Albans City	19:05 London Charing Cross	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
18:13 57m, No direct St Albans City	19:10 Paris		Find Tickets

St Albans to London Charing Cross train route details

First train

04:53

Last train

23:09

Departure station

St Albans

Arrival station

London Charing Cross

Journey time

51m

Distance

31 km

Price

CAD 35.80*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from St Albans to London Charing Cross

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between St Albans and London Charing Cross, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

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

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from St Albans to London Charing Cross. 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 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 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from St Albans to London Charing Cross ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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.

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:

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