Market Harborough to St Albans train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Market Harborough to St Albans

Showing times and prices for 02 Feb

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

1 h 42 m

Average duration

1 h 42 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

90 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Market Harborough 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 Market Harborough to St Albans will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Market Harborough 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 90 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.

East Midlands Trains
04:291h42
Market Harborough
06:11St Albans
£401One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Market Harborough to St Albans train times

The table below shows live departures for Market Harborough to St Albans trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 22:52
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east_midlands_railway04:29 Market Harborough
1h42
06:11 St Albans0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Market Harborough to St Albans

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Trains from Market Harborough to St Albans run on average 5 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 02:18, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 90 km distance in 1h 42m.

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
90 km
Average train duration
59m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 42m
First train
02:18
Last train
22:53
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: East Midlands Trains from Market Harborough to St Albans trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Market Harborough and St Albans from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 42m
Cheapest Price
£29
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Market Harborough to St Albans train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Market Harborough 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
The cost of a train ticket from Market Harborough to St Albans can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £40.
The train journey from Market Harborough to St Albans covers a distance of 90 km and takes approximately 1h 42m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Market Harborough to St Albans is 90 km.
The first train from Market Harborough to St Albans leaves at 2:18.
The last train from Market Harborough to St Albans departs at 22:53.
Trains from Market Harborough to St Albans run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Market Harborough to St Albans.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Market Harborough to St Albans.
To travel from Market Harborough to St Albans, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Market Harborough to St Albans.
The train station in Market Harborough that goes to St Albans is Market Harborough station (MHR), and it arrives at St Albans City (SAC).
The cheapest way to get from Market Harborough to St Albans is by train, costing approximately £40.
Booking trains from Market Harborough 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 journey from Market Harborough to St Albans offers pleasant views of the English countryside, with rolling hills and picturesque villages along the way, making it a moderately scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Market Harborough to St Albans is feasible with a travel time of 1h 42m each way and a distance of 90 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
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, you can take the train from Market Harborough to St Albans.

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Important Stations and Airports in Market Harborough and St Albans

Market Harborough
St Albans
The major train station for departures in Market Harborough is Market Harborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Market Harborough for your trip from Market Harborough to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station. Step free access is available to both platforms, via the ticket office for platform 1 or the new car park for platform 2. Please check which platform your train is due to depart from before arriving at the station. Services to the north, including Leicester, Nottingham, Sheffield and Derby normally depart from platform 1. Services to London and stations south of Market Harborough normally depart from platform 2. If you do need assistance to change platforms, we're happy to help. Please speak to a member of staff or use a Help Point in the station. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Ticket Office.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: rear of booking hall, and Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Market Harborough
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses leave from the Bay adjacent to the station car park.

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