St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept

Cheapest price on 19 Sept

£4

Average ticket price on 19 Sept

£4

Fastest journey on 19 Sept

15 m

Average journey duration on 19 Sept

15 m

Trains on 19 Sept

18

Distance

16 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) 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 Luton station (LUT) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

On Sat 19 Sept, we found 18 trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT), including 18 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .

The slowest trains will take 15 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.

  • ThameslinkC18519
    0:540h15
    St Albans City (SAC)
    1:09Luton station (LUT)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkC18506
    0:340h15
    St Albans City (SAC)
    0:49Luton station (LUT)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW45589
    0:580h15
    St Albans City (SAC)
    1:13Luton station (LUT)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkW45550
    0:180h15
    St Albans City (SAC)
    0:33Luton station (LUT)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • ThameslinkC22645
    0:380h16
    St Albans City (SAC)
    0:54Luton station (LUT)
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) train times

The table below shows live departures for St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW45372
On time
14:11 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
14:27 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC10051
On time
14:16 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
14:32 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32950
On time
14:25 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
14:40 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45536
On time
14:41 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
14:57 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC10038
On time
14:46 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
15:02 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32946
On time
14:55 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
15:10 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45573
On time
15:11 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
15:27 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC10022
On time
15:16 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
15:32 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32960
On time
15:25 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
15:40 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45549
On time
15:41 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
15:57 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC10046
On time
15:46 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
16:02 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32957
On time
15:55 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
16:10 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32978
On time
16:11 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
16:27 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC10020
On time
16:16 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
16:32 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32975
On time
16:25 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
16:40 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45415
On time
16:41 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
16:57 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC10025
On time
16:46 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
17:02 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32959
On time
16:55 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
17:11 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45419
On time
17:11 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
17:27 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC10047
On time
17:16 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
17:32 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32963
On time
17:25 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
17:40 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45438
On time
17:41 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
17:57 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC10079
On time
17:46 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
18:02 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45607
On time
17:55 St Albans City (SAC)
0h12
18:07 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW45529
On time
18:00 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
18:15 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG28272
On time
18:09 St Albans City (SAC)
0h12
18:21 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC10026
On time
18:15 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
18:30 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG28266
On time
18:19 St Albans City (SAC)
0h17
18:36 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32955
On time
18:25 St Albans City (SAC)
0h12
18:37 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
Saturday 19 September
ThameslinkW290400:14 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
0:29 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW455500:18 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
0:33 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC185060:34 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
0:49 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC226450:38 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
0:54 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC185190:54 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
1:09 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW455890:58 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
1:13 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC026066:03 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
6:18 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC026016:31 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
6:46 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC025816:58 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
7:13 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC026577:13 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
7:28 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC104227:23 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
7:38 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC026087:26 St Albans City (SAC)
0h17
7:43 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC026588:13 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
8:28 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC104358:23 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
8:38 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC025998:27 St Albans City (SAC)
0h16
8:43 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC026678:43 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
8:58 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC220948:53 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
9:08 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkC025928:58 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
9:13 Luton station (LUT)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT)

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Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:34, the last at 15:16. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 15m.

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
16 km
Average train duration
16m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
15m
First train
0:34
Last train
15:16
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 Luton station (LUT) trainsThameslink trains will get you between St Albans City (SAC) and Luton station (LUT) 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 Thameslink Duration
15m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£4
Thameslink frequency
6 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 Luton station (LUT) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) 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 Luton station (LUT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) 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 Luton station (LUT) covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 15m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) is 16 km.
The first train from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) leaves at 0:34.
The last train from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) departs at 15:16.
Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT).
Yes, there is a direct train between St Albans City (SAC) and Luton station (LUT). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To travel from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT), you can take a train.
There is no night train service from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT).
The cheapest way to get from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) is by train, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from St Albans City to Luton passes through a mix of urban and suburban areas, featuring views of the Hertfordshire countryside, but it is not typically regarded as particularly scenic.
Yes, you can do a day trip from St Albans City to Luton as the journey takes 15m and trains run 8 times per day. The distance covered is 16 km.
Yes, you can take the train from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT).

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Important Stations and Airports in St Albans City (SAC) and Luton station (LUT)

Most St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) trains use the St Albans City to Luton station pair. Use this guide to compare St Albans City (SAC) and Luton station (LUT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in St Albans
Arrival train stations in Luton
St Albans CitySt Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE+44 345 026 4700WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental

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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