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 and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£8

Fastest journey

15 m

Average duration

16 m

Trains per day

5

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 £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave St Albans City (SAC) for Luton station (LUT) 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 16 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .

The slowest trains will take 16 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.

Thameslink
12:450h16
St Albans City (SAC)
13:01Luton station (LUT)
£61One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
07:140h16
St Albans City (SAC)
07:30Luton station (LUT)
£91One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
17:140h15
St Albans City (SAC)
17:29Luton station (LUT)
£91One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
10:450h16
St Albans City (SAC)
11:01Luton station (LUT)
£91One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
09:150h16
St Albans City (SAC)
09:31Luton station (LUT)
£91One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.

Distance: 16 km

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Coach

£7

Average Price

£3

Average Price

Cheapest

46m

Average total duration

Fastest

16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 0m

Average total duration

30m

Onboard

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30m

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Live departures

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

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:22
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslinkY36169
On time
06:01 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
06:16 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36661
On time
06:06 St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
06:21 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36171
On time
06:31 St Albans City (SAC)
0h17
06:48 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36664
On time
06:35 St Albans City (SAC)
0h17
06:52 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36454
On time
06:46 St Albans City (SAC)
0h18
07:04 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect
thameslinkY36667
On time
06:56 St Albans City (SAC)
0h14
07:10 Luton station (LUT)
0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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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 8 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Distance
16 km
Average train duration
16m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
13m
First train
05:01
Last train
17:14
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3

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 £3. 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 Duration
13m
Cheapest Price
£4
Thameslink frequency
8 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

FAQs: Travel by train from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT).
FAQs
The train distance from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) is 16 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between St Albans City (SAC) and Luton station (LUT). The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
The train journey from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 13m. Trains run 8 per day.
The first train from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) leaves at 5:01.
The last train from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) departs at 17:14.
To get from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) run approximately 8 times per day.
There is no night train service from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT).
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 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 £7.
The cheapest way to get from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT).
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)

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Luton
The major train station for departures in St Albans is St Albans City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Albans City for your trip from St Albans to Luton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 05:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:15 Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Station Way & Ridgmont Road
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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