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Harpenden to St Albans Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Harpenden to St Albans, starting from £5.10 and averaging £5.10. The entire journey takes no more than 5m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
15:38 5m, Direct Harpenden	15:43 St Albans City	Find Tickets
15:52 5m, Direct Harpenden	15:57 St Albans City	Find Tickets
15:55 5m, Direct Harpenden	16:00 St Albans City	Find Tickets
16:08 5m, Direct Harpenden	16:13 St Albans City	Find Tickets
16:22 5m, Direct Harpenden	16:27 St Albans City	Find Tickets
16:25 5m, Direct Harpenden	16:30 Paris	Find Tickets

Harpenden to St Albans Train Route Details

First train

00:18

Last train

23:41

Departure station

Harpenden

Arrival station

St Albans

Journey time

Distance

8 km

Price

£5.10*

Train operators

Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Harpenden to St Albans

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Harpenden to St Albans can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Harpenden to St Albans, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Harpenden to St Albans ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Harpenden to St Albans train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Harpenden to St Albans Train prices and times

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