Travelling from York to St Albans by train

Want to know how to get from York to St Albans by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from York to St Albans take around 2 hours and 33 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 251 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving York is scheduled to depart at around  04:40. The last departure is usually at around 22:25 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave York at around 07:01, with the last train leaving at around 21:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 45 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 21 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$190.52.

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 York to St Albans?

The journey between York and St Albans usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from York 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 York to St Albans?

The York to St Albans train travel takes about 2 hours and 33 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St Albans leaving York at around 04:40 and the last train leaving at around 22:25 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves York at around 07:01, with the final departure at 21:00.