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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to St Albans City (SAC)
Cheapest price
£97
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
4 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to St Albans City (SAC) will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 231 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 39 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, coach and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to St Albans City (SAC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to St Albans City (SAC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 231 km
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£74 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £172 Average Price |
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to St Albans City (SAC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h57 | 11:27 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to St Albans City (SAC)
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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to St Albans City (SAC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 17:35. The fastest train covers the 231 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 231 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 07:13 |
Last train 17:35 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to St Albans City (SAC) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and St Albans City (SAC) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to St Albans City (SAC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and St Albans City (SAC)
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar 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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