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The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
10 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Watford Junction (WFJ) for St Albans Abbey (SAA) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 10 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 22 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.
20:450h17
Watford Junction (WFJ)21:02St Albans Abbey (SAA)
£41One-way
0 changes
04:510h13
Watford Junction (WFJ)05:04St Albans Abbey (SAA)
£61One-way
0 changes
07:010h16
Watford Junction (WFJ)07:17St Albans Abbey (SAA)
£61One-way
0 changes
07:450h17
Watford Junction (WFJ)08:02St Albans Abbey (SAA)
£61One-way
0 changes
18:321h22
Watford Junction (WFJ)19:54St Albans Abbey (SAA)
£171One-way
0 changes
04:510h13
Watford Junction (WFJ)05:04St Albans Abbey (SAA)
£61One-way
0 changes
07:010h16
Watford Junction (WFJ)07:17St Albans Abbey (SAA)
£61One-way
0 changes
07:450h17
Watford Junction (WFJ)08:02St Albans Abbey (SAA)
£61One-way
0 changes
20:450h17
Watford Junction (WFJ)21:02St Albans Abbey (SAA)
£41One-way
0 changes
18:321h22
Watford Junction (WFJ)19:54St Albans Abbey (SAA)
£171One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 10 km
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£5 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:26
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 05:15 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h29 | 06:44 St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h17 | 05:48 St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:45 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h17 | 08:02 St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:30 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h16 | 15:46 St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:45 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h17 | 18:02 St Albans Abbey (SAA) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
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 10 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 21:45 |
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: West Midlands Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Watford Junction (WFJ) and St Albans Abbey (SAA) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13m
Cheapest Price
£2
West Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA).
Yes, there is a direct train between Watford Junction (WFJ) and St Albans Abbey (SAA). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.
The train distance from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) is 10 km.
Booking trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) covers a distance of 10 km and takes approximately 13m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) is by train, costing approximately £3.
The first train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) leaves at 4:51.
The last train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) departs at 21:45.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA).
Yes, you can take the train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA).
Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA) run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA).
To get from Watford Junction (WFJ) to St Albans Abbey (SAA), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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Important Stations and Airports in Watford Junction (WFJ) and St Albans Abbey (SAA)
Watford
St Albans
The major train station for departures in Watford is Watford Junction. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Watford Junction for your trip from Watford to St Albans.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Watford Junction
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.
The major train station for arrivals in St Albans is St Albans Abbey. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Albans Abbey for your journey to St Albans from Watford.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: station platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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.
Most popular train connections from Watford Junction (WFJ)
Most popular trains to and from St Albans Abbey (SAA) and Watford Junction (WFJ)
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