St Albans to Stratford train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans to Stratford

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£20

Fastest journey

1 h 5 m

Average duration

1 h 52 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

32 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans to Stratford 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 Stratford will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave St Albans for Stratford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.

London Public Transportation (3)
03:242h11
St Albans
05:35Stratford
£201One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
04:571h05
St Albans
06:02Stratford
£201One-way
0 changes
London Public Transportation (3)
03:352h00
St Albans
05:35Stratford
£201One-way
0 changes
London Public Transportation (3)
03:232h12
St Albans
05:35Stratford
£201One-way
0 changes

Live departures

St Albans to Stratford train times

The table below shows live departures for St Albans to Stratford trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 06:29
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
london_overground03:23 St Albans
2h12
05:35 Stratford0 changesdirect
london_overground03:24 St Albans
2h11
05:35 Stratford0 changesdirect
london_overground03:35 St Albans
2h00
05:35 Stratford0 changesdirect
thameslink04:57 St Albans
1h05
06:02 Stratford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from St Albans to Stratford

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Trains from St Albans to Stratford run on average 14 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 1h 4m.

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
32 km
Average train duration
39m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
1h 4m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:58
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 Stratford trainsThameslink trains will get you between St Albans and Stratford from £19. 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
59m
Cheapest Price
£19
Thameslink frequency
13 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 Stratford train

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

FAQs
The cheapest way to get from St Albans to Stratford is by train, costing approximately £19.
The train distance from St Albans to Stratford is 32 km.
The cost of a train ticket from St Albans to Stratford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The last train from St Albans to Stratford departs at 23:58.
For a fulfilling visit to Stratford, two to three days are typically sufficient to explore key attractions such as Shakespeare's Birthplace, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and the picturesque River Avon.
To travel from St Albans to Stratford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from St Albans to Stratford.
Booking trains from St Albans to Stratford 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 to Stratford covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 1h 4m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train station in St Albans that goes to Stratford is St Albans City (SAC), and it arrives at Stratford (London) (SRA).
The first train from St Albans to Stratford leaves at 0:01.
Trains from St Albans to Stratford run approximately 14 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Albans to Stratford.
Yes, you can take the train from St Albans to Stratford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Albans to Stratford.
The train journey from St Albans to Stratford is primarily a suburban route passing through urban landscapes and residential areas, offering limited scenic views.
Yes, a day trip from St Albans to Stratford is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 4m and a distance of 32 km. The trains run 14 times per day.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in St Albans and Stratford

St Albans
Stratford
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 Stratford.
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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