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The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry to St Albans
Showing times and prices for 16 Dec
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
109 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry to St Albans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to St Albans will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Coventry for St Albans every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 109 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.
08:051h57
Coventry10:02St Albans
£241One-way
0 changes
04:391h52
Coventry06:31St Albans
£301One-way
0 changes
04:521h39
Coventry06:31St Albans
£341One-way
0 changes
04:521h39
Coventry06:31St Albans
£341One-way
0 changes
04:391h52
Coventry06:31St Albans
£301One-way
0 changes
08:051h57
Coventry10:02St Albans
£241One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Coventry to St Albans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to St Albans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 109 km
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£28 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Coventry to St Albans train times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to St Albans trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 22:21
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:39 Coventry | 1h52 | 06:31 St Albans | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:52 Coventry | 1h39 | 06:31 St Albans | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:05 Coventry | 1h57 | 10:02 St Albans | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry to St Albans
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Trains from Coventry to St Albans run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:04, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 109 km distance in 1h 39m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance 109 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 01:04 |
Last train 23:08 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Coventry to St Albans trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Coventry and St Albans from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
£10
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
£34
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Coventry to St Albans train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to St Albans 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cheapest way to get from Coventry to St Albans is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The train distance from Coventry to St Albans is 109 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Coventry to St Albans can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The last train from Coventry to St Albans departs at 23:08.
There is no night train service from Coventry to St Albans.
Two to three days in St Albans is generally sufficient to explore its historic sites, such as the St Albans Cathedral, Verulamium Park, and the Roman Theatre, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.
Booking trains from Coventry to St Albans in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Coventry to St Albans covers a distance of 109 km and takes approximately 1h 39m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Coventry that goes to St Albans is Coventry station (COV), and it arrives at St Albans Abbey (SAA).
The first train from Coventry to St Albans leaves at 1:04.
Trains from Coventry to St Albans run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Coventry to St Albans.
Yes, you can take the train from Coventry to St Albans.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Coventry to St Albans.
To get from Coventry to St Albans, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Coventry to St Albans primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, featuring views of the English countryside, industrial zones, and residential districts, but it is not known for particularly scenic vistas.
Yes, a day trip from Coventry to St Albans is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 39m and a distance of 109 km. Trains run 3 times per day.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and St Albans
Coventry
St Albans
The major train station for departures in Coventry is Coventry. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Coventry for your trip from Coventry to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Warwick Road (Car Park 3)
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Yes , Located on platform 1 , these toilets are operated with a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle Hub off main concourse 144 spaces 59 cycle hoops at the end of platform 1 , 2x spaces per hoop = 118 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Coventry
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
HotelBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Address
Coventry Arena station, Arena Park Shopping Centre, Classic Drive, Coventry, West Midlands, CV6 6AS
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Car parking is available in the adjacent Coventry Building Society Arena car parks A & B
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bicycle storage is available on both platforms.
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Coventry Arena
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off from Stand AD at the Arena Retail Park Bus Station
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibility
LoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday 06:00 - 19:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 19:00 Friday 07:00 - 20:00 Saturday 08:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:30 - 14:00
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the paved area outside the Ticket Office.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station entrance, car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Tile Hill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering Rail replacement buses will pick up/drop off in both directions towards Birmingham and Coventry will be the bus stop on Falkland Close at the rear of the Tile Hill Station public car park.
The major train station for arrivals in St Albans is St Albans Abbey. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Albans Abbey for your journey to St Albans from Coventry.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: station platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for St Albans Abbey
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Watford - Public Service bus stop A/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill near to the station entrance car park. Towards St Albans - Public Service bus stop B/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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
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