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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans City (SAC) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£16
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£22
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
1 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
1 h 14 m
Trains on 13 Oct
6
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans City (SAC) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 6 trains from St Albans City (SAC) to London Gatwick Airport, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 22 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.
W4559519:571h07St Albans City (SAC)21:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)£161One-way0 changes- G2826720:131h22St Albans City (SAC)21:35Gatwick Airport (GTW)£161One-way0 changes
- W3297719:111h23St Albans City (SAC)20:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)£161One-way0 changes
- W4556319:271h07St Albans City (SAC)20:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)£161One-way0 changes
- W4554719:431h22St Albans City (SAC)21:05Gatwick Airport (GTW)£321One-way0 changes
- W4559519:571h07St Albans City (SAC)21:04Gatwick Airport (GTW)£161One-way0 changes
- W4556319:271h07St Albans City (SAC)20:34Gatwick Airport (GTW)£161One-way0 changes
- W45547+
C8291019:431h13St Albans City (SAC)20:56Gatwick Airport (GTW)£321One-way1 change - G2826720:131h22St Albans City (SAC)21:35Gatwick Airport (GTW)£161One-way0 changes
- W4554719:431h22St Albans City (SAC)21:05Gatwick Airport (GTW)£321One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans City (SAC) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 16:13. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 1:55 |
Last train 16:13 |
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Train companies: Thameslink, Southern from St Albans City (SAC) to London Gatwick Airport trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between St Albans City (SAC) and London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans City (SAC) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in St Albans City (SAC) and London Gatwick Airport
Most St Albans City (SAC) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the St Albans City to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare St Albans City (SAC) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St Albans City train station facilities and services
St Albans City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: 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.
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