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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC)
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
199 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for St Albans City (SAC) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
18:203h37
Cardiff Central (CDF)21:57St Albans City (SAC)
£421One-way
0 changes
18:203h37
Cardiff Central (CDF)21:57St Albans City (SAC)
£421One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £157 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 2h 28m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £157 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 22:17 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and St Albans City (SAC) from £157. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 4m
Cheapest Price
£23
Great Western Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Price
£155
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Albans City (SAC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Cardiff Central to St Albans City is not feasible due to the journey duration of 2h 28m. However, there are 7 train services available per day for this route.
The train distance from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) is 199 km.
The train journey from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) covers a distance of 199 km and takes approximately 2h 28m. Trains run 7 per day.
The first train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) leaves at 5:07.
The train journey from Cardiff Central to St Albans City offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the rolling hills of the Welsh countryside and the picturesque landscapes of the English home counties, making it a pleasant and scenic route.
The last train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) departs at 22:17.
Booking trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £157, while the average price tends to be around £157.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) is by train, costing approximately £157.
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC).
There is no night train service from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC).
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC).
To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC), you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and St Albans City (SAC)
Cardiff
St Albans
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
The major train station for arrivals in St Albans is St Albans City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Albans City for your journey to St Albans from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 05:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:15 Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station Way & Ridgmont Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Most popular train connections from Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most popular trains to and from St Albans City (SAC) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most popular train connections to St Albans City (SAC)
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