The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC)
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
45 km
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.
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.
W4556512:210h50East Croydon (ECR)13:11St Albans City (SAC)£221One-way0 changes
W3296812:330h51East Croydon (ECR)13:24St Albans City (SAC)£221One-way0 changes
W4553412:510h50East Croydon (ECR)13:41St Albans City (SAC)£221One-way0 changes
W3297012:030h51East Croydon (ECR)12:54St Albans City (SAC)£221One-way0 changes
W3295715:030h51East Croydon (ECR)15:54St Albans City (SAC)£221One-way0 changes
W4556512:210h50East Croydon (ECR)13:11St Albans City (SAC)£221One-way0 changes
W4553412:510h50East Croydon (ECR)13:41St Albans City (SAC)£221One-way0 changes
W4553613:510h50East Croydon (ECR)14:41St Albans City (SAC)£221One-way0 changes
W4554914:510h50East Croydon (ECR)15:41St Albans City (SAC)£221One-way0 changes
W4537213:210h50East Croydon (ECR)14:11St Albans City (SAC)£221One-way0 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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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£18 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W32970 | 12:03 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h51 | 12:54 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45565 | 12:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h50 | 13:11 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32968 | 12:33 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h51 | 13:24 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45534 | 12:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h50 | 13:41 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32937 | 13:03 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h51 | 13:54 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45372 | 13:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h50 | 14:11 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32950 | 13:33 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h51 | 14:24 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45536 | 13:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h50 | 14:41 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32946 | 14:03 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h51 | 14:54 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45573 | 14:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h50 | 15:11 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32960 | 14:33 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h51 | 15:24 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45549 | 14:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h50 | 15:41 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32957 | 15:03 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h51 | 15:54 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32978 | 15:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 0h50 | 16:11 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to St Albans City (SAC)
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.
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 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
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.
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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.

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