Edinburgh to St Albans by train
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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to St Albans
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Edinburgh to St Albans train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to St Albans by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Edinburgh to St Albans take around 4 hours and 58 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 504 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around 05:40. The last departure is usually at around 23:40 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 06:04, with the last train leaving at around 23:15. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 35 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$168.63.
We think any time is a great time to visit St Albans, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to St Albans.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to St Albans?
The journey between Edinburgh and St Albans usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh to St Albans every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to St Albans?
The Edinburgh to St Albans train travel takes about 4 hours and 58 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Edinburgh to St Albans train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St Albans leaving Edinburgh at around 05:40 and the last train leaving at around 23:40 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 06:04, with the final departure at 23:15.
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