The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT)
- Cheapest price on 04 Nov
- £7
- Average ticket price on 04 Nov
- £7
- Fastest journey on 04 Nov
- 14 m
- Average journey duration on 04 Nov
- 15 m
- Trains on 04 Nov
- 11
- Distance
- 16 km
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 £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 11 trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT), including 11 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 14 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.
W329726:58 0h14 St Albans City (SAC) 7:12 Luton station (LUT) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
C100916:02 0h15 St Albans City (SAC) 6:17 Luton station (LUT) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
C100156:46 0h18 St Albans City (SAC) 7:04 Luton station (LUT) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
C100876:32 0h15 St Albans City (SAC) 6:47 Luton station (LUT) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
C099847:31 0h19 St Albans City (SAC) 7:50 Luton station (LUT) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
W329726:58 0h14 St Albans City (SAC) 7:12 Luton station (LUT) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
C100916:02 0h15 St Albans City (SAC) 6:17 Luton station (LUT) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
C100876:32 0h15 St Albans City (SAC) 6:47 Luton station (LUT) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
W454207:12 0h15 St Albans City (SAC) 7:27 Luton station (LUT) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
W329626:36 0h16 St Albans City (SAC) 6:52 Luton station (LUT) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT)
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 17:09. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 12m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 0:34 |
Last train 17:09 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Frequently asked questions about your St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT) trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from St Albans City (SAC) to Luton station (LUT).
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, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C10091 | On time 6:02 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h15 | 6:17 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32953 | On time 6:06 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 6:22 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10087 | 6:32 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h15 | 6:47 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32962 | 6:36 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 6:52 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10015 | 6:46 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h18 | 7:04 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32972 | 6:58 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h14 | 7:12 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10086 | 8:01 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h19 | 8:20 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45395 | 8:14 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 8:30 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10017 | 8:18 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h18 | 8:36 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C02774 | 8:25 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 8:41 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45396 | 8:44 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 9:00 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10052 | 8:48 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h18 | 9:06 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45521 | 12:41 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 12:57 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10042 | 12:46 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 13:02 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32970 | 12:55 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h15 | 13:10 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45565 | 13:11 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 13:27 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10044 | 13:16 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 13:32 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32968 | 13:25 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h15 | 13:40 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45419 | 17:11 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 17:27 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10047 | 17:16 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 17:32 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32963 | 17:25 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h15 | 17:40 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45438 | 17:41 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 17:57 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10079 | 17:46 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 18:02 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45607 | 17:55 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h12 | 18:07 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45529 | 18:00 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h15 | 18:15 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G28272 | 18:09 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h12 | 18:21 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10026 | 18:15 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h15 | 18:30 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G28266 | 18:19 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h17 | 18:36 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32955 | 18:25 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h12 | 18:37 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45380 | 18:30 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h15 | 18:45 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45417 | 18:41 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 18:57 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32965 | 20:00 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h15 | 20:15 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45599 | 20:11 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 20:27 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32961 | 20:25 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 20:41 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45552 | 20:41 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 20:57 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32967 | 20:55 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 21:11 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45572 | 21:11 St Albans City (SAC) | 0h16 | 21:27 Luton station (LUT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.

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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.
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 Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton 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 Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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.
