The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans City (SAC) to London St Pancras International (STP)
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans City (SAC) to London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 5 trains that leave St Albans City (SAC) for London St Pancras International (STP) every day 5 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 27 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.










Travel Information
Compare train for St Albans City (SAC) to London St Pancras International (STP)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Albans City (SAC) to London St Pancras International (STP) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 28 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
St Albans City (SAC) to London St Pancras International (STP) train times
The table below shows live departures for St Albans City (SAC) to London St Pancras International (STP) trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:13 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h21 | 16:34 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:37 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h35 | 20:12 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:37 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h35 | 21:12 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 12 November | |||||
![]() | 05:27 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h22 | 05:49 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:01 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h31 | 07:32 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:01 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h31 | 10:32 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans City (SAC) to London St Pancras International (STP)
Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to London St Pancras International (STP) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 21m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 00:55 |
Last train 22:47 |
Train companies: Thameslink, West Midlands Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to London St Pancras International (STP) trainsThameslink, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between St Albans City (SAC) and London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans City (SAC) to London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in St Albans City (SAC) and London St Pancras International (STP)
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
