St Albans to Abbey Wood train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans to Abbey Wood

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

1 h 9 m

Average duration

1 h 32 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

42 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans to Abbey Wood is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from St Albans to Abbey Wood will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave St Albans for Abbey Wood every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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
06:041h55
St Albans
07:59Abbey Wood
£221One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
08:251h09
St Albans
09:34Abbey Wood
£231One-way
0 changes

Live departures

St Albans to Abbey Wood train times

The table below shows live departures for St Albans to Abbey Wood trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 09:56
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink06:04 St Albans
1h55
07:59 Abbey Wood0 changesdirect
thameslink08:25 St Albans
1h09
09:34 Abbey Wood0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from St Albans to Abbey Wood

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Trains from St Albans to Abbey Wood run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 1h 14m.

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
42 km
Average train duration
1h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 14m
First train
00:11
Last train
20:47
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 to Abbey Wood trainsThameslink trains will get you between St Albans and Abbey Wood from £22. 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
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
£22
Thameslink frequency
5 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 to Abbey Wood train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans to Abbey Wood 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 Abbey Wood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, a day trip from St Albans to Abbey Wood is feasible, with a one-way journey taking 1h 14m and a distance of 42 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
Visitors typically spend about 1 to 2 days in Abbey Wood to explore its local attractions and enjoy the surrounding green spaces.
The train journey from St Albans to Abbey Wood offers a mix of urban and suburban views, passing through parts of North London and the Thameslink route, which includes glimpses of historic buildings and green spaces, but it is not typically considered a notably scenic route.
Booking trains from St Albans to Abbey Wood in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from St Albans to Abbey Wood is 42 km.
The train journey from St Albans to Abbey Wood covers a distance of 42 km and takes approximately 1h 14m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from St Albans to Abbey Wood leaves at 0:11.
The last train from St Albans to Abbey Wood departs at 20:47.
The cost of a train ticket from St Albans to Abbey Wood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £22.
Yes, there is a direct train between St Albans and Abbey Wood. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
Trains from St Albans to Abbey Wood run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from St Albans to Abbey Wood.
The cheapest way to get from St Albans to Abbey Wood is by train, costing approximately £22.
The train station in St Albans that goes to Abbey Wood is St Albans City (SAC), and it arrives at Abbey Wood Station (ABW).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Albans to Abbey Wood.
Yes, you can take the train from St Albans to Abbey Wood.
To travel from St Albans to Abbey Wood, you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in St Albans and Abbey Wood

St Albans
Abbey Wood
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 Abbey Wood.
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
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One.
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: station platform
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for St Albans Abbey
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Watford - Public Service bus stop A/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill near to the station entrance car park. Towards St Albans - Public Service bus stop B/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill.

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