London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC)

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£14

Fastest journey

27 m

Average duration

35 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

31 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave London Blackfriars (BFR) for St Albans City (SAC) 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 31 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .

The slowest trains will take 43 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
05:420h29
London Blackfriars (BFR)
06:11St Albans City (SAC)
£81One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
16:270h27
London Blackfriars (BFR)
16:54St Albans City (SAC)
£151One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
17:040h40
London Blackfriars (BFR)
17:44St Albans City (SAC)
£151One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
17:090h43
London Blackfriars (BFR)
17:52St Albans City (SAC)
£181One-way
0 changes

Live departures

London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:24
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink14:04 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h40
14:44 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
thameslink15:54 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h43
16:37 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect
thameslink19:39 London Blackfriars (BFR)
0h43
20:22 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC)

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Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
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
31 km
Average train duration
31m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
27m
First train
05:02
Last train
19:39
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 London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) trainsThameslink trains will get you between London Blackfriars (BFR) and St Albans City (SAC) from £7. 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.
Learn more about Thameslink
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
27m
Cheapest Price
£7
Thameslink frequency
8 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: London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) train

FAQs: Travel by train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC).
FAQs
Booking trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) is 31 km.
The cost of a train ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) covers a distance of 31 km and takes approximately 27m. Trains run 8 per day.
The first train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) leaves at 5:02.
The last train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) departs at 19:39.
The cheapest way to get from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) is by train, costing approximately £7.
Yes, there is a direct train between London Blackfriars (BFR) and St Albans City (SAC). The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) run approximately 8 times per day.
There is no night train service from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC).
Yes, you can take the train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC).
To travel from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC), you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Blackfriars (BFR) and St Albans City (SAC)

London
St Albans
The major train station for departures in London is London Blackfriars. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Blackfriars for your trip from London to St Albans.
London BlackfriarsWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
address
Address
London Blackfriars station, Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4DY
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 20:30 Saturday 07:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
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 iva lifts. 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
WC
  • Toilets Location: North Bank Booking Hall
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Station entrance Northbank side.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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