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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to St Albans
Showing times and prices for 25 May
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£121
Fastest journey
6 h 22 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
525 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to St Albans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to St Albans will cost around £121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow for St Albans every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 525 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 26 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.
9:396h22Glasgow16:01St Albans£901One-way0 changes
6:456h26Glasgow13:11St Albans£1531One-way0 changes
- 9:396h22Glasgow16:01St Albans£901One-way0 changes
- 6:456h26Glasgow13:11St Albans£1531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and train for Glasgow to St Albans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to St Albans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 525 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£127 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to St Albans train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to St Albans trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:46 Glasgow | 6h49 | 16:35 St Albans | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:55 Glasgow | 6h25 | 18:20 St Albans | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 25 May | |||||
| 6:45 Glasgow | 6h26 | 13:11 St Albans | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to St Albans
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to St Albans run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 525 km distance in 5h 35m.
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
Flight from £19
Distance 525 km |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 3:55 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 84 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £19
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to St Albans trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and St Albans from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 35m
Cheapest Price
£65
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Glasgow to St Albans train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 cost of a train ticket from Glasgow to St Albans can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £65, while the average price tends to be around £127.
The train journey from Glasgow to St Albans covers a distance of 525 km and takes approximately 5h 35m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Glasgow to St Albans is 525 km.
The first train from Glasgow to St Albans leaves at 3:55.
The last train from Glasgow to St Albans departs at 23:40.
Trains from Glasgow to St Albans run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow to St Albans.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Glasgow to St Albans.
To get from Glasgow to St Albans, you can choose from several travel options including flight and train.
There is no night train service from Glasgow to St Albans.
The train station in Glasgow that goes to St Albans is Glasgow Central (GLC), and it arrives at St Albans City (SAC).
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to St Albans is by flight, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to St Albans offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the Scottish Lowlands, the picturesque Lake District, and the rolling countryside of northern England, providing a visually pleasant experience.
A day trip from Glasgow to St Albans is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 35m. There are 6 trains per day covering the distance of 525 km.
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 Glasgow to St Albans.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and St Albans
Glasgow
St Albans
The major train station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Central for your trip from Glasgow to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transport options for Glasgow Central
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Address
Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
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 access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse.
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Glasgow Queen Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 14:14 Saturday 07:10 - 14:14 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
6 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1, level access from street to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Hillington East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Carnegie Road
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 Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: station platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for St Albans Abbey
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Watford - Public Service bus stop A/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill near to the station entrance car park. Towards St Albans - Public Service bus stop B/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill.
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