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Compare coach and train for High Wycombe to St Albans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from High Wycombe to St Albans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 32 km
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Overview: Train from High Wycombe to St Albans
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Trains from High Wycombe to St Albans run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:51, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 1h 36m.
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 £8
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 02:51 |
Last train 22:37 |
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 £8
Train companies: Chiltern Railways, Thameslink from High Wycombe to St Albans trainsChiltern Railways, Thameslink trains will get you between High Wycombe and St Albans from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Chiltern Railways
About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Price
£14
Chiltern Railways frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone
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
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£14
Thameslink frequency
2 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
FAQs: High Wycombe to St Albans train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from High Wycombe 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 train journey from High Wycombe to St Albans offers a mix of urban and rural views, with stretches of scenic countryside, charming towns, and glimpses of the Chiltern Hills, providing a pleasant travel experience.
The cheapest way to get from High Wycombe to St Albans is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from High Wycombe 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 High Wycombe to St Albans is feasible with a travel time of 1h 36m and a distance of 32 km. There are 3 trains per day for this route.
The train journey from High Wycombe to St Albans covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 1h 36m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from High Wycombe to St Albans can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The train distance from High Wycombe to St Albans is 32 km.
The train station in High Wycombe that goes to St Albans is High Wycombe station (HWY), and it arrives at St Albans City (SAC).
The last train from High Wycombe to St Albans departs at 22:37.
The first train from High Wycombe to St Albans leaves at 2:51.
There is no night train service from High Wycombe to St Albans.
Trains from High Wycombe to St Albans run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from High Wycombe to St Albans.
Yes, you can take the train from High Wycombe to St Albans.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from High Wycombe to St Albans.
To get from High Wycombe to St Albans, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
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Important Stations and Airports in High Wycombe and St Albans
High Wycombe
St Albans
The major train station for departures in High Wycombe is High Wycombe. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at High Wycombe for your trip from High Wycombe to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:40 - 19:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Main Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. There are lifts between Platforms 2 & 3. Please note that it is approximately 200 metres from the main station entrance on Platform 2 to Platform 3 (the main 'through' platform for trains towards London.)
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 2 and 3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near station entrance, car park entrance and on Platform 2.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for High Wycombe
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At 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 High Wycombe.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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 Rental
Information 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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