Horley to St Albans train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to St Albans

Showing times and prices for 24 Nov

Cheapest price

£31

Average price

£31

Fastest journey

1 h 29 m

Average duration

1 h 29 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

65 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horley 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 Horley to St Albans will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Horley for St Albans every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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
00:481h29
Horley
02:17St Albans
£311One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Horley to St Albans train times

The table below shows live departures for Horley to St Albans trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 23:56
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink00:48 Horley
1h29
02:17 St Albans0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Horley to St Albans

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Trains from Horley to St Albans run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 1h 16m.

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
65 km
Average train duration
1h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£43
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 16m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:55
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 Horley to St Albans trainsThameslink trains will get you between Horley and St Albans from £43. 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
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
£30
Thameslink frequency
14 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: Horley to St Albans train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley 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 Horley and St Albans. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
Yes, a day trip from Horley to St Albans is feasible as the journey takes 1h 16m and covers 65 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
Booking trains from Horley 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 distance from Horley to St Albans is 65 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Horley to St Albans can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £43.
The train journey from Horley to St Albans covers a distance of 65 km and takes approximately 1h 16m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Horley to St Albans is by train, costing approximately £43.
The first train from Horley to St Albans leaves at 0:01.
The train station in Horley that goes to St Albans is Gatwick Airport (GTW), and it arrives at St Albans City (SAC).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Horley to St Albans.
The last train from Horley to St Albans departs at 23:55.
Trains from Horley to St Albans run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Horley to St Albans.
To travel from Horley to St Albans, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Horley to St Albans.
The train journey from Horley to St Albans offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Surrey countryside, suburban landscapes, and glimpses of the Chiltern Hills as you approach Hertfordshire.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Horley and St Albans

Horley
St Albans
The major train station for departures in Horley is Horley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Horley for your trip from Horley to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Florist in Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
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 all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Booking Hall and Platforms 2 and 3
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3 and in the booking hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On overbridge & near side entrance to Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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