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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to St Albans
Showing times and prices for 24 Nov
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£97
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
145 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to St Albans will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Fast trains
To travel from Nottingham to St Albans you need to make at least 2 changes.
Y06953 · Y07330+
Y3704609:112h16
Nottingham station (NOT)11:27St Albans City (SAC)
£471One-way
2 changes
Y06948+Y3700908:112h30
Nottingham station (NOT)10:41St Albans City (SAC)
£651One-way
1 change
Y06948 · Y07324+Y3703408:112h16
Nottingham station (NOT)10:27St Albans City (SAC)
£651One-way
2 changes
Y06945 · Y07321+Y3702807:482h09
Nottingham station (NOT)09:57St Albans City (SAC)
£651One-way
2 changes
Y06951+Y3701508:502h21
Nottingham station (NOT)11:11St Albans City (SAC)
£771One-way
1 change
Y06951 · Y07326+Y3704008:502h07
Nottingham station (NOT)10:57St Albans City (SAC)
£771One-way
2 changes
Y06945 · Y07321+Y3702807:482h09
Nottingham station (NOT)09:57St Albans City (SAC)
£651One-way
2 changes
Y06943 · Y07318+Y3702207:122h15
Nottingham station (NOT)09:27St Albans City (SAC)
£1411One-way
2 changes
Y06953 · Y07330+Y3704609:112h16
Nottingham station (NOT)11:27St Albans City (SAC)
£471One-way
2 changes
Y06948 · Y07324+Y3703408:112h16
Nottingham station (NOT)10:27St Albans City (SAC)
£651One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham to St Albans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to St Albans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 145 km
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£44 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nottingham to St Albans train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to St Albans trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 23:40
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y06941+Y37184 | On time 06:49 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h20 | 09:09 St Albans City (SAC) | 1 change | |
| Y06943 · Y07318+Y37022 | On time 07:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h15 | 09:27 St Albans City (SAC) | 2 changes | |
| Y06943+Y36997 | On time 07:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h29 | 09:41 St Albans City (SAC) | 1 change | |
| Y07409 · Y07034+Y36695 | On time 07:16 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h38 | 09:54 St Albans City (SAC) | 2 changes | |
| Y06945+Y37003 | On time 07:48 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h23 | 10:11 St Albans City (SAC) | 1 change | |
| Y06945 · Y07321+Y37028 | On time 07:48 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h09 | 09:57 St Albans City (SAC) | 2 changes | |
| Y06948+Y37009 | On time 08:11 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h30 | 10:41 St Albans City (SAC) | 1 change | |
| Y06948 · Y07324+Y37034 | On time 08:11 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h16 | 10:27 St Albans City (SAC) | 2 changes | |
| Y07411 · Y07040+Y36705 | On time 08:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h37 | 10:54 St Albans City (SAC) | 2 changes | |
| Y06951+Y37015 | On time 08:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h21 | 11:11 St Albans City (SAC) | 1 change | |
| Y06951 · Y07326+Y37040 | On time 08:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h07 | 10:57 St Albans City (SAC) | 2 changes | |
| Y06953 · Y07330+Y37046 | On time 09:11 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h16 | 11:27 St Albans City (SAC) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to St Albans
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Trains from Nottingham to St Albans run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:18, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 1h 52m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 02:18 |
Last train 23:16 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to St Albans trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and St Albans from £7. 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 52m
Cheapest Price
£25
East Midlands Trains frequency
5 a day
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
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 51m
Cheapest Price
£64
east_midlands_trains frequency
50 a day
FAQs: Nottingham to St Albans train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.
A day trip from Nottingham to St Albans might not be feasible as the journey takes 1h 52m and the distance is 145 km. However, there are 5 trains per day.
Booking trains from Nottingham to St Albans in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
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.
The train distance from Nottingham to St Albans is 145 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to St Albans can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to St Albans is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to St Albans is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at St Albans City (SAC).
The train journey from Nottingham to St Albans covers a distance of 145 km and takes approximately 1h 52m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train journey from Nottingham to St Albans offers a mix of urban and countryside views, including stretches of picturesque landscapes, especially when passing through areas like the Leicestershire countryside.
The first train from Nottingham to St Albans leaves at 2:18.
The last train from Nottingham to St Albans departs at 23:16.
Trains from Nottingham to St Albans run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to St Albans.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to St Albans.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to St Albans.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to St Albans.
To get from Nottingham to St Albans, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and St Albans
Nottingham
St Albans
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Nottingham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
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 Nottingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
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
- Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station Way & Ridgmont Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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