Is there a direct train from Leeds to St Albans?

The journey between Leeds and St Albans usually involves 5 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Leeds 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 Leeds to St Albans?

The Leeds to St Albans train travel takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leeds to St Albans train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St Albans leaving Leeds at around 05:05 and the last train leaving at around 21:43.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leeds at around 06:05, with the final departure at 22:44.

Leeds to St Albans by train

First train

05:05
Last train

22:44

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 45m

Distance

242 kilometres
Trains per day

32

Avg. journey time

4hr 1m
Train operators

Going from Leeds to St Albans by train

About to set off from Leeds to St Albans by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Leeds and St Albans

Average fares along this route:

The cheapest ticket price: AU$145.27
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

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Select a non-flexible fare
Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares
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Leeds to St Albans departure frequency and train timetable

With 32 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 28 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:05 and the last one is at 21:43. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:05, with the last one at 22:44.

Leeds to St Albans distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 242 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 2 hours and 45 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Leeds and St Albans?

You can secure tickets for travel between Leeds and St Albans up to 3 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn more about train travel from Leeds to St Albans

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our St Albans city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Leeds to St Albans by train?

The train journey between Leeds and St Albans spans 242 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Leeds to St Albans?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at AU$145.27. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Leeds to St Albans?

You can book your tickets 3 months in advance for this route.

What’s the travel time from Leeds to St Albans by train?

The fastest journey time is 2 hours and 45 minutes.

St Albans to Leeds by train

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