Leicester to St Albans by train

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Overview: trains from Leicester to St Albans

Find the key information for travelling by train from Leicester to St Albans, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:39 View journey
Last train 22:15 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 9m View journey
Distance (km) 112
Trains / day 51 View all
Cheapest journey CA$82.55 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 40m
Train operators 3

Travelling by train from Leicester to St Albans

Ready to travel from Leicester to St Albans by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Leicester and St Albans

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically CA$82.55, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train times for travel between Leicester and St Albans

If you are taking the train from Leicester to St Albans, you will have 51 trains each day (with a departure every 19 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 04:39. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:15. On weekends, the first train departs at 04:45, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:56.

How long does the train from Leicester to St Albans take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 9 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 112 kilometres.

Booking Leicester to St Albans trains in advance

Booking your Leicester to St Albans tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

Get notified of when tickets open for travel between Leicester and St Albans by setting up a booking alert. We will send you an email as soon as your tickets are available for purchase.

Learn more about train travel from Leicester 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.

FAQs about the train journey from Leicester to St Albans

Want to know more about your journey from Leicester to St Albans? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Leicester to St Albans is 112 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.