First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
22 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
23 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stevenage station (SVG) to Royston station (RYS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stevenage station (SVG) to Royston station (RYS) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Stevenage station (SVG) to Royston station (RYS), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stevenage station (SVG) to Royston station (RYS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 21 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (23m by train vs 26m by car). Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Thameslink, Great Northern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Stevenage station (SVG) to Royston station (RYS) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:20 Stevenage station (SVG) | 0h24 | 7:44 Royston station (RYS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 6:28 Stevenage station (SVG) | 0h23 | 6:51 Royston station (RYS) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Stevenage station (SVG) to Royston station (RYS) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 18:39. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 22m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 1:02 |
Last train 18:39 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stevenage station (SVG) to Royston station (RYS) 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 Royston station (RYS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stevenage station (SVG) to Royston station (RYS) trains use the Stevenage to Royston station pair. Use this guide to compare Stevenage station (SVG) and Royston station (RYS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stevenage has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Stevenage.
Wi-Fi is available at Stevenage. ATMs are available at Stevenage.
Ticket office support is available at Stevenage.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stevenage: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stevenage: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stevenage: 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 platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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.
Royston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Royston.
Wi-Fi is available at Royston.
Ticket office support is available at Royston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Royston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Royston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Royston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. 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 Great Northern 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.