Harlington to St Albans train with Thameslink

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Compare prices and tickets Harlington to St Albans by coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Harlington to St Albans

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Take a train from Harlington to St Albans and enjoy the approximately 26 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:23.

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 £6
Distance
26 km
Average train duration
24m
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
3
First train
00:01
Last train
22:23
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 £6

Train companies: Thameslink from Harlington to St Albans trainsThameslink trains will get you between Harlington and St Albans from £6. 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
24m
Cheapest Price
£11
Thameslink frequency
4 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: Harlington to St Albans train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harlington 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.

FAQs
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, there is a direct train between Harlington and St Albans. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
Booking trains from Harlington to St Albans in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from Harlington to St Albans is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The train station in Harlington that goes to St Albans is Harlington station (HLN), and it arrives at St Albans City (SAC).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Harlington to St Albans.
Yes, you can take the train from Harlington to St Albans.
The train distance from Harlington to St Albans is 26 km.
To travel from Harlington to St Albans, you can take a coach.
The first train from Harlington to St Albans leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Harlington to St Albans departs at 22:23.
Trains from Harlington to St Albans run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Harlington to St Albans.
The train journey from Harlington to St Albans offers pleasant views of the English countryside, with rolling fields and small villages visible from the windows, making it a relatively scenic route.

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Important Stations and Airports in Harlington and St Albans

Harlington
St Albans
The major train station for departures in Harlington is Harlington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harlington for your trip from Harlington to St Albans.
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 13:20 Saturday 08:15 - 14:15 Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
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. 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 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: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platform 1
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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