East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC)

Showing times and prices for 19 Jun

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

50 m

Trains per day

14

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) 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 East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.

Fast trains

Of the 14 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for St Albans City (SAC) every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .

The slowest trains will take 50 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.

  • ThameslinkW45565
    12:210h50
    East Croydon (ECR)
    13:11St Albans City (SAC)
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW32968
    12:330h51
    East Croydon (ECR)
    13:24St Albans City (SAC)
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW45534
    12:510h50
    East Croydon (ECR)
    13:41St Albans City (SAC)
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW32970
    12:030h51
    East Croydon (ECR)
    12:54St Albans City (SAC)
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW32957
    15:030h51
    East Croydon (ECR)
    15:54St Albans City (SAC)
    £221One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 45 km

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Coach

£18

Average Price

£14

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1h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

58m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 9m

Average total duration

5h 39m

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Live departures

East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) train times

The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW3297012:03 East Croydon (ECR)
0h51
12:54 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4556512:21 East Croydon (ECR)
0h50
13:11 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW3296812:33 East Croydon (ECR)
0h51
13:24 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4553412:51 East Croydon (ECR)
0h50
13:41 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW3293713:03 East Croydon (ECR)
0h51
13:54 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4537213:21 East Croydon (ECR)
0h50
14:11 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW3295013:33 East Croydon (ECR)
0h51
14:24 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4553613:51 East Croydon (ECR)
0h50
14:41 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW3294614:03 East Croydon (ECR)
0h51
14:54 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4557314:21 East Croydon (ECR)
0h50
15:11 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW3296014:33 East Croydon (ECR)
0h51
15:24 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW4554914:51 East Croydon (ECR)
0h50
15:41 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW3295715:03 East Croydon (ECR)
0h51
15:54 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW3297815:21 East Croydon (ECR)
0h50
16:11 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect

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Thameslink as well as London Overground offer trains services from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC).

Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of London Overground to find the best option for your trip from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Thameslink with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London Overground to find the best option for your trip from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC).

Journey information

Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC)

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Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 16:33. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 49m.

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 £14
Distance
45 km
Average train duration
58m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
49m
First train
0:10
Last train
16:33
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
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 £14

Train companies: Thameslink, London Overground from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) trainsThameslink, London Overground trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and St Albans City (SAC) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£15
Thameslink frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

London Overground

About
London Overground is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of suburban rail services in and around Greater London. The services run from early morning until late at night, with some lines running 24 hours a day. The trains come in a variety of types, including the Class 378 Capitalstar, Class 172 Turbostar, Class 315, Class 317, Class 508 and Class 700 Desiro City. London Overground offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, off-peak and super off-peak tickets. Onboard facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, power sockets and CCTV. The most popular routes for London Overground are from Euston to Watford Junction, from Liverpool Street to Enfield Town, and from Clapham Junction to Stratford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
London Overground frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two large items of luggage and one small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Luggage racks available at the ends of carriages and overhead storage
Cancellation Policy
Refunds subject to administrative fee and fare conditions
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at many stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Maximum two dogs per passenger

FAQs: East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) covers a distance of 45 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) is 45 km.
The first train from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) leaves at 0:10.
The last train from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) departs at 16:33.
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC).
Yes, there is a direct train between East Croydon (ECR) and St Albans City (SAC). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To get from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC).
The cheapest way to get from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC) is by coach, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from East Croydon (ECR) 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 train journey from East Croydon to St Albans City offers views of suburban landscapes, green spaces, and glimpses of the North Downs, providing a pleasant but not particularly dramatic scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from East Croydon to St Albans City is feasible with a travel time of 49m and a distance of 45 km. The journey is well-supported with 7 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC).

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