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

Tue, 11 Feb
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Cheap train tickets from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC)

Showing times and prices for 11 Feb

Cheapest

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.

Thameslink
17:090h43
London Blackfriars (BFR)
17:52St Albans City (SAC)
£111One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
12:040h40
London Blackfriars (BFR)
12:44St Albans City (SAC)
£111One-way
0 changes

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

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 11 February
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
ThameslinkThameslink12:04 London Blackfriars (BFR)0h40 12:44 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesDirect
ThameslinkThameslink17:09 London Blackfriars (BFR)0h43 17:52 St Albans City (SAC)0 changesDirect

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

Showing times and prices for 11 Feb

Fastest Journey

40 m

Average

42 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

31 km

Of the 2 trains that leave London Blackfriars (BFR) for St Albans City (SAC) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Thameslink
12:040h40
London Blackfriars (BFR)
12:44St Albans City (SAC)
£111One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
17:090h43
London Blackfriars (BFR)
17:52St Albans City (SAC)
£111One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

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

Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 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
30 km
Average train duration
44m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Train providers
1
Fastest train
28m
First train
00:09
Last train
18:04
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 trains London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC)

You can travel by train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) with Thameslink for as low as £8. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

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.

Train information from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) with Thameslink:

  • Average Duration: 27 min
  • Cheapest Price: £8
  • Thameslink frequency: 50 a day

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
Cheap train tickets from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) is £14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to St Albans City (SAC) from London Blackfriars (BFR) is on average 27 min   for the 19 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to St Albans City (SAC) from London Blackfriars (BFR) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) leaves at 06: 12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) leaves at 22: 26.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) without having to change trains with Thameslink. There are 11 direct trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) train with Thameslink. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to St Albans City (SAC) from London Blackfriars (BFR) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 26.
A day trip to St Albans City (SAC) from London Blackfriars (BFR) is worth doing with a journey time of 27 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to St Albans City (SAC) is April.
Yes, you can take a train between London Blackfriars (BFR) and St Albans City (SAC).

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.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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
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 London.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
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
Parking
  • Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey 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 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
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
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