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4.6Compare prices and tickets Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) by train
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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 16 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
Cheapest Month May |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and St Albans City (SAC) from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and St Albans City (SAC)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to St Albans City (SAC) trains use the Cardiff Central to St Albans City station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and St Albans City (SAC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
St Albans City train station facilities and services
St Albans City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: 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.
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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