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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans City (SAC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans City (SAC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 6 trains that leave St Albans City (SAC) for London Kings Cross (KGX) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.
C1007416:010h31St Albans City (SAC)16:32London St Pancras International (STP)£121One-way0 changes- X8331116:130h21St Albans City (SAC)16:34London St Pancras International (STP)£121One-way0 changes
- W4548616:320h22St Albans City (SAC)16:54London St Pancras International (STP)£121One-way0 changes
- W4557016:570h22St Albans City (SAC)17:19London St Pancras International (STP)£121One-way0 changes
- W2904516:370h35St Albans City (SAC)17:12London St Pancras International (STP)£121One-way0 changes
- X8331116:130h21St Albans City (SAC)16:34London St Pancras International (STP)£121One-way0 changes
- W4548616:320h22St Albans City (SAC)16:54London St Pancras International (STP)£121One-way0 changes
- W4557016:570h22St Albans City (SAC)17:19London St Pancras International (STP)£121One-way0 changes
- W4557616:270h22St Albans City (SAC)16:49London St Pancras International (STP)£121One-way0 changes
- C1007416:010h31St Albans City (SAC)16:32London St Pancras International (STP)£121One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans City (SAC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
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Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:23, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 21m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 3:23 |
Last train 22:48 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Thameslink from St Albans City (SAC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsThameslink trains will get you between St Albans City (SAC) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £4. 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 Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans City (SAC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in St Albans City (SAC) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most St Albans City (SAC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the St Albans City to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare St Albans City (SAC) and London Kings Cross (KGX) 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.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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