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East Midlands Railway operates all trains services from Derby to St Albans.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to St Albans
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Derby to St Albans and enjoy the approximately 152 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 23:28.
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 152 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 4:08 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
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: East Midlands Railway from Derby to St Albans trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Derby and St Albans. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 9m
Cheapest Price
£26
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the 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
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Derby to St Albans train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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 train distance from Derby to St Albans is 152 km.
The first train from Derby to St Albans leaves at 4:08.
The last train from Derby to St Albans departs at 23:28.
Trains from Derby to St Albans run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Derby to St Albans.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby to St Albans.
To travel from Derby to St Albans, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Derby to St Albans.
The train station in Derby that goes to St Albans is Derby station (DBY), and it arrives at St Albans City (SAC).
Booking trains from Derby 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 Derby to St Albans offers a pleasant mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the English countryside, including fields and small villages, as well as glimpses of historic towns along the route.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Derby to St Albans.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and St Albans
Derby
St Albans
The major train station for departures in Derby is Derby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby for your trip from Derby to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells
- 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: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Derby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Peartree
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stopÿoutside the station entrance towards Derby or by the Showcase towards Stoke.
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 Derby.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost 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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