Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans to Hanwell
Trains from St Albans to Hanwell run on average 6 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 50m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Frequently asked questions about your St Albans to Hanwell trip
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Train companies: Thameslink, Elizabeth line from St Albans to Hanwell trainsThameslink, Elizabeth line trains will get you between St Albans and Hanwell from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between St Albans and Hanwell
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FAQs: St Albans to Hanwell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans to Hanwell 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 Hanwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Albans and Hanwell
Most St Albans to Hanwell trains use the St Albans City to Hanwell station pair. Use this guide to compare St Albans and Hanwell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St Albans station do trains to Hanwell leave from?
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 St Albans Abbey from St Albans city centre
St Albans Abbey train station facilities and services
St Albans Abbey has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans Abbey.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans Abbey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans Abbey: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans Abbey: 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.
Which Hanwell station do trains from St Albans arrive at?
Getting to Hanwell from Hanwell city centre
Hanwell train station facilities and services
Hanwell has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hanwell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hanwell. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hanwell: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hanwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hanwell: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for St Albans to Hanwell
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