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Compare coach and train for Hemel Hempstead to St Albans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 10 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans
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Trains from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans run on average 5 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 32m.
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.
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Coach from £3
Distance 10 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 00:16 |
Last train 23:40 |
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 £3
FAQs: Hemel Hempstead to St Albans train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hemel Hempstead 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.
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
Booking trains from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, a day trip from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans is feasible. The journey takes 32m and covers 10 km. There are 5 trains per day.
The train journey from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans covers a distance of 10 km and takes approximately 32m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Hemel Hempstead that goes to St Albans is Hemel Hempstead station (HML), and it arrives at St Albans City (SAC).
The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans is by coach, costing approximately £3.
The first train from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans leaves at 0:16.
The train distance from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans is 10 km.
Trains from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans run approximately 5 times per day.
The last train from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans departs at 23:40.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans.
There is no night train service from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans.
To get from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train journey from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans offers pleasant views of the Hertfordshire countryside, with glimpses of rolling hills, fields, and quaint villages along the route.
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Important Stations and Airports in Hemel Hempstead and St Albans
Hemel Hempstead
St Albans
The major train station for departures in Hemel Hempstead is Apsley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Apsley for your trip from Hemel Hempstead to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday 06:00 - 14:0016:00 - 19:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 19:40 Saturday 08:00 - 14:45 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is accessible outside the Booking Hall, for card payment only.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-19:45, Saturday 08:00-15:00 and Sunday 09:00-17:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Apsley
- Onward travel information: Bus stops on main road at bottom of footpath
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on A4251 London Road, near to station drive entrance
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Fishery Wharf Cafe
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Card payment only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located within the Booking Hall Concourse. All toilet facilities are only available during Booking Office opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall Concourse. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Hemel Hempstead
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stops outside station entrance.
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 Hemel Hempstead.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
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
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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