The cheapest and fastest trains from Sanderstead (SNR) to St Albans City (SAC)
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sanderstead (SNR) 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 Sanderstead (SNR) to St Albans City (SAC) will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 5 trains that leave Sanderstead (SNR) 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 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.










Live departures
Sanderstead (SNR) to St Albans City (SAC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Sanderstead (SNR) to St Albans City (SAC) trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:06 Sanderstead (SNR) | 1h04 | 07:10 St Albans City (SAC) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:35 Sanderstead (SNR) | 1h03 | 07:38 St Albans City (SAC) | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:14 Sanderstead (SNR) | 0h59 | 08:13 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:44 Sanderstead (SNR) | 0h59 | 08:43 St Albans City (SAC) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:06 Sanderstead (SNR) | 1h02 | 09:08 St Albans City (SAC) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sanderstead (SNR) to St Albans City (SAC)
Trains from Sanderstead (SNR) to St Albans City (SAC) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 59m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 06:06 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from Sanderstead (SNR) to St Albans City (SAC) trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Sanderstead (SNR) and St Albans City (SAC) from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sanderstead (SNR) to St Albans City (SAC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sanderstead (SNR) 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 Sanderstead (SNR) and St Albans City (SAC)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 00:10 Saturday 05:50 - 23:35 Sunday 07:40 - 23:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Long access route between platforms via street, steep in places (over 400m and gradient above 1:10). Assistance Meeting Point is between the toilets on platform 1.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1, Left of the Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting area is available on the concourse and shelters on both platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: To right of station building
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
