Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC)

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

34 m

Average duration

34 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

33 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elephant & Castle (EPH) 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 Elephant & Castle (EPH) 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

To travel from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) you need to make at least one change.

Thameslink
05:140h46
Elephant & Castle (EPH)
06:00St Albans City (SAC)
£221One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
05:440h46
Elephant & Castle (EPH)
06:30St Albans City (SAC)
£221One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
06:190h48
Elephant & Castle (EPH)
07:07St Albans City (SAC)
£221One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
06:340h48
Elephant & Castle (EPH)
07:22St Albans City (SAC)
£221One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
06:440h44
Elephant & Castle (EPH)
07:28St Albans City (SAC)
£221One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:37
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink08:49 Elephant & Castle (EPH)
0h48
09:37 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC)

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
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
33 km
Average train duration
1h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
47m
First train
05:19
Last train
15:34
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: Thameslink, Tube, Great Northern from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) trainsThameslink, Tube, Great Northern trains will get you between Elephant & Castle (EPH) and St Albans City (SAC) from £10. 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
41m
Cheapest Price
£9
Thameslink frequency
7 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

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Great Northern frequency
12 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
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

Tube

About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tube frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

FAQs: Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC).
FAQs
Yes, there is a direct train between Elephant & Castle (EPH) and St Albans City (SAC). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
The train distance from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) is 33 km.
Booking trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) 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 cost of a train ticket from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) covers a distance of 33 km and takes approximately 47m. Trains run 8 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) is by train, costing approximately £10.
The first train from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) leaves at 5:19.
The last train from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) departs at 15:34.
Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC).
Yes, you can take the train from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC).
There is no night train service from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC).
To travel from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to St Albans City (SAC), you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Elephant & Castle (EPH) and St Albans City (SAC)

London
St Albans
The major train station for departures in London is Elephant & Castle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Elephant & Castle for your trip from London to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:10 Saturday 06:40 - 20:10 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
  • Accessible taxis: No
  • 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: No
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms 1 and 4

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