Hendon to St Albans train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hendon to St Albans

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£12

Fastest journey

17 m

Average duration

17 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

19 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hendon 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 Hendon to St Albans 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 4 trains that leave Hendon for St Albans every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .

The slowest trains will take 18 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.

Thameslink
08:350h17
Hendon
08:52St Albans
£121One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
10:200h17
Hendon
10:37St Albans
£121One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
00:140h18
Hendon
00:32St Albans
£121One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
01:000h17
Hendon
01:17St Albans
£121One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Hendon to St Albans train times

The table below shows live departures for Hendon to St Albans trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink10:20 Hendon
0h17
10:37 St Albans0 changesdirect
Wednesday 3 December
thameslink00:14 Hendon
0h18
00:32 St Albans0 changesdirect
thameslink01:00 Hendon
0h17
01:17 St Albans0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hendon to St Albans

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Trains from Hendon to St Albans run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 17m.

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
19 km
Average train duration
17m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
17m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:53
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 Hendon to St Albans trainsThameslink trains will get you between Hendon and St Albans from £8. 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
17m
Cheapest Price
£8
Thameslink frequency
5 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: Hendon to St Albans train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hendon 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
The train journey from Hendon to St Albans offers views of suburban landscapes, green spaces, and glimpses of the countryside, providing a pleasant but not particularly dramatic scenic experience.
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, a day trip from Hendon to St Albans is feasible. The journey takes 17m and covers 19 km. There are 5 trains per day for this route.
The cost of a train ticket from Hendon to St Albans can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £11.
To travel from Hendon to St Albans, you can take a train.
The cheapest way to get from Hendon to St Albans is by train, costing approximately £8.
The train distance from Hendon to St Albans is 19 km.
Booking trains from Hendon to St Albans in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Hendon to St Albans departs at 23:53.
The train journey from Hendon to St Albans covers a distance of 19 km and takes approximately 17m. Trains run 5 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hendon and St Albans. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
There is no night train service from Hendon to St Albans.
The train station in Hendon that goes to St Albans is Hendon station (HEN), and it arrives at St Albans City (SAC).
The first train from Hendon to St Albans leaves at 0:01.
Trains from Hendon to St Albans run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hendon to St Albans.
Yes, you can take the train from Hendon to St Albans.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hendon and St Albans

Hendon
St Albans
The major train station for departures in Hendon is Hendon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hendon for your trip from Hendon to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:30 Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
11 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step - free access from the car park to platform 1 (for trains towards London). There are steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the front of the station next to the bike rack. 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
  • 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: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Outside Main Entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Hendon
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: The main road outside the station, bus stop on the railway bridge.

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