2,000+ travel companies
2,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for St Albans to West Drayton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Albans to West Drayton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 29 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£30 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Why should you book St Albans to West Drayton trains with Omio?
Tfl Rail as well as Thameslink offer trains services from St Albans to West Drayton.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Tfl Rail tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Tfl Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Tfl Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from St Albans to West Drayton.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Tfl Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from St Albans to West Drayton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans to West Drayton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from St Albans to West Drayton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:44, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 1h 3m.
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 £6
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 00:44 |
Last train 21:00 |
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 £6
Train companies: Tfl Rail, Thameslink from St Albans to West Drayton trainsTfl Rail, Thameslink trains will get you between St Albans and West Drayton from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Tfl Rail
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Price
£22
Tfl Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Family area
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 3m
Cheapest Price
£30
Thameslink frequency
50 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 West Drayton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans to West Drayton 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 West Drayton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from St Albans to West Drayton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £30, while the average price tends to be around £30.
The train journey from St Albans to West Drayton covers a distance of 29 km and takes approximately 1h 3m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from St Albans to West Drayton is 29 km.
The first train from St Albans to West Drayton leaves at 0:44.
The last train from St Albans to West Drayton departs at 21:00.
Trains from St Albans to West Drayton run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Albans to West Drayton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Albans to West Drayton.
To get from St Albans to West Drayton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from St Albans to West Drayton.
The train station in St Albans that goes to West Drayton is St Albans City (SAC), and it arrives at West Drayton station (WDT).
The cheapest way to get from St Albans to West Drayton is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from St Albans to West Drayton 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 West Drayton is primarily a suburban route, passing through urban and residential areas. It doesn't feature particularly scenic landscapes, focusing more on the convenience of travel between these locations.
Yes, a day trip from St Albans to West Drayton is feasible with a travel time of 1h 3m and a distance of 29 km. There are 5 trains available per day.
West Drayton is a small town, so one to two days is generally sufficient to explore its local attractions and surroundings.
Yes, you can take the train from St Albans to West Drayton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Albans and West Drayton
St Albans
West Drayton
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 West Drayton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
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
- Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
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
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station Way & Ridgmont Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in West Drayton is West Drayton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at West Drayton for your journey to West Drayton from St Albans.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:10 - 15:30
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step free access to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. There is no step free access to platform 1. 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 ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located in the ticket hall on Station Approach.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Temporary toilet facilities are based at the Warwick Road entrance to the station. These toilets are open from 05:00-21:00 Monday to Sunday
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room is located on Platform 3.
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for West Drayton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E outside station entrance (both directions) Click here for map
Most popular train connections from St Albans
More options for your journey from St Albans to West Drayton
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from West Drayton and St Albans
Most popular train connections to West Drayton
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
