How to get to St Albans from Exeter

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from Exeter to St Albans

How to get to St Albans from Exeter by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Exeter to St Albans is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from St Albans by train

The most popular day trips by train from St Albans are London, Watford, Luton, Bedford and Milton Keynes. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from St Albans on Omio.

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Day trip from St Albans to London by train

Why visit London for the day?

London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.

A view of Watford

Day trip from St Albans to Watford by train

Why visit Watford for the day?

Watford is a large Hertfordshire town on London’s north-west edge, best known for the Harry Potter studio tour and Watford FC. It feels practical and suburban, with shopping streets, green parks and a busy town centre.

A view of Luton

Day trip from St Albans to Luton by train

Why visit Luton for the day?

Luton is a large Bedfordshire town known for London Luton Airport and a diverse, practical urban character. Its past in hat making and car manufacturing still shapes the town, alongside parks, museums and a strong multicultural identity.

A view of Bedford

Day trip from St Albans to Bedford by train

Why visit Bedford for the day?

Bedford is a riverside market town best known for its embankment, Italian community and connection to John Bunyan. Parks, museums and Victorian streets give the centre a relaxed, local character.

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FAQs: Exeter to St Albans

Travel to St Albans 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 Exeter to St Albans.

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There are 2 options to travel between Exeter and St Albans including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Exeter to St Albans is a train with an average price of £88.
The fastest way to travel from Exeter to St Albans is by train with an average journey time of 3h 59m.
The Exeter to St Albans distance is approximately 250 km.
The average frequency per day from Exeter to St Albans is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Exeter and St Albans as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Exeter to St Albans:
  • Flights mostly depart from Exeter International Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Exeter St Davids (EXD) and arrive in St Albans City (SAC).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Exeter to St Albans, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway to go to St Albans by train.
Omio customers who travel from Exeter to St Albans often also extend their vacation to go to London St Pancras International (STP), Farringdon (ZFD), London Blackfriars (BFR), London, City Thameslink (CTK). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between St Albans and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Exeter to St Albans, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
Two to three days in St Albans is generally sufficient to explore its historic sites, such as the St Albans Cathedral, Verulamium Park, and the Roman Theatre, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.

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