The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Highbury & Islington (HHY)
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans City (SAC) to Highbury & Islington (HHY) 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 Highbury & Islington (HHY) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 1 trains that leave St Albans City (SAC) for Highbury & Islington (HHY) 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 27 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 48 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
St Albans City (SAC) to Highbury & Islington (HHY) train times
The table below shows live departures for St Albans City (SAC) to Highbury & Islington (HHY) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:27 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h48 | 07:15 Highbury & Islington (HHY) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans City (SAC) to Highbury & Islington (HHY)
Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Highbury & Islington (HHY) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 16:27. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 48m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 06:27 |
Last train 16:27 |
Train companies: Thameslink, London Public Transportation (3) from St Albans City (SAC) to Highbury & Islington (HHY) trainsThameslink, London Public Transportation (3) trains will get you between St Albans City (SAC) and Highbury & Islington (HHY) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: St Albans City (SAC) to Highbury & Islington (HHY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans City (SAC) to Highbury & Islington (HHY) 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 Highbury & Islington (HHY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in St Albans City (SAC) and Highbury & Islington (HHY)
- 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
- Type of shops available: Yes, Newsagent at the entrance
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free access is available via lifts between the ticket hall and London Overground platforms. Great Northern services and the Victoria line do not have step-free access
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including daily and weekly Travelcards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Onward travel information: Please see TfL's interactive map for details of bus routes and destinations served.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops in Holloway Road
- Metro: Victoria Line
