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The cheapest and fastest trains from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
30 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Farringdon (ZFD) 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 Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Farringdon (ZFD) for St Albans City (SAC) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 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.
16:460h23
Farringdon (ZFD)17:09St Albans City (SAC)
£121One-way
0 changes
13:290h38
Farringdon (ZFD)14:07St Albans City (SAC)
£121One-way
0 changes
17:290h37
Farringdon (ZFD)18:06St Albans City (SAC)
£121One-way
0 changes
15:590h38
Farringdon (ZFD)16:37St Albans City (SAC)
£121One-way
0 changes
15:290h38
Farringdon (ZFD)16:07St Albans City (SAC)
£121One-way
0 changes
15:010h23
Farringdon (ZFD)15:24St Albans City (SAC)
£181One-way
0 changes
16:460h23
Farringdon (ZFD)17:09St Albans City (SAC)
£121One-way
0 changes
05:460h25
Farringdon (ZFD)06:11St Albans City (SAC)
£151One-way
0 changes
17:290h37
Farringdon (ZFD)18:06St Albans City (SAC)
£121One-way
0 changes
15:290h38
Farringdon (ZFD)16:07St Albans City (SAC)
£121One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC) train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:52
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:09 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h38 | 07:47 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:21 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h23 | 07:44 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:39 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h35 | 12:14 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:01 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h23 | 16:24 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:46 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0h23 | 17:09 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 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 30 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 05:06 |
Last train 22:46 |
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 from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC) trainsThameslink trains will get you between Farringdon (ZFD) and St Albans City (SAC) from £4. 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
23m
Cheapest Price
£3
Thameslink frequency
8 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
FAQs: Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Farringdon (ZFD) 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 Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC).
The train distance from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC) is 30 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Farringdon (ZFD) and St Albans City (SAC). The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
The train journey from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC) covers a distance of 30 km and takes approximately 23m. Trains run 8 per day.
Booking trains from Farringdon (ZFD) 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 Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The first train from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC) leaves at 5:06.
The last train from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC) departs at 22:46.
The cheapest way to get from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC) is by train, costing approximately £4.
Trains from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC).
Yes, you can take the train from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC).
There is no night train service from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC).
To travel from Farringdon (ZFD) to St Albans City (SAC), you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Farringdon (ZFD) and St Albans City (SAC)
London
St Albans
The major train station for departures in London is Farringdon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Farringdon for your trip from London to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms including level boarding to Thameslink trains from Zone C on both platforms. Manual ramps are available for other zones and for London Underground services.
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Farringdon
- Metro: Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City Lines
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 London.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car 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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