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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to St Albans City (SAC)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to St Albans City (SAC) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) 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.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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.
Travel Information
Compare train for London Kings Cross (KGX) to St Albans City (SAC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to St Albans City (SAC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 28 km
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£11 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to St Albans City (SAC) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to St Albans City (SAC) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:36 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h18 | 07:54 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:06 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h18 | 09:24 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:51 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h20 | 12:11 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:51 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h27 | 20:18 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to St Albans City (SAC)
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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to St Albans City (SAC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:36, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 18m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 07:36 |
Last train 22:23 |
Train companies: Thameslink from London Kings Cross (KGX) to St Albans City (SAC) trainsThameslink trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and St Albans City (SAC) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to St Albans City (SAC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to St Albans City (SAC) 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 City (SAC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Kings Cross (KGX) and St Albans City (SAC)
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 05:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:15 Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
- Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station Way & Ridgmont Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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