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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
8 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
11 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave St Albans City (SAC) for Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 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.
07:310h08
St Albans City (SAC)07:39Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
£51One-way
0 changes
07:450h09
St Albans City (SAC)07:54Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
£51One-way
0 changes
16:370h09
St Albans City (SAC)16:46Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
£51One-way
0 changes
18:220h09
St Albans City (SAC)18:31Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
£71One-way
0 changes
07:310h08
St Albans City (SAC)07:39Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
£51One-way
0 changes
16:370h09
St Albans City (SAC)16:46Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
£51One-way
0 changes
07:450h09
St Albans City (SAC)07:54Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
£51One-way
0 changes
18:220h09
St Albans City (SAC)18:31Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
£71One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 11 km
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£6 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:07
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:45 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h09 | 06:54 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:45 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h09 | 07:54 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:22 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h09 | 12:31 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:37 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h09 | 12:46 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
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 11 km |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 8m |
First train 06:07 |
Last train 18:22 |
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: Thameslink from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) trainsThameslink trains will get you between St Albans City (SAC) and Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8m
Cheapest Price
£4
Thameslink frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) train
FAQs: Travel by train from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS).
Booking trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) is 11 km.
The cost of a train ticket from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) covers a distance of 11 km and takes approximately 8m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cheapest way to get from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) is by train, costing approximately £4.
The first train from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) leaves at 6:07.
Yes, there is a direct train between St Albans City (SAC) and Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS). The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
The last train from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) departs at 18:22.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS).
Yes, you can take the train from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS).
Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) run approximately 7 times per day.
There is no night train service from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS).
To get from St Albans City (SAC) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Albans City (SAC) and Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
St Albans
Borehamwood
The major train station for departures 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 trip from St Albans to Borehamwood.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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
The major train station for arrivals in Borehamwood is Elstree & Borehamwood. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Elstree & Borehamwood for your journey to Borehamwood from St Albans.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:30 Sunday 06:30 - 21:15
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Convenience store, coffee shop
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 station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. 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: Booking hall, main concourse
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside main entrance near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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