Eastleigh to St Albans City by train
| First train | 05:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:10 | |
| Departure station | Eastleigh | |
| Arrival station | St Albans City | |
| Journey time | From 2h 25m | |
| Distance | 70 miles (112 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Eastleigh to St Albans City in 2 hours 25 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Eastleigh to St Albans City? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 45 minutes to travel the 70 miles (112 km) from Eastleigh to St Albans City by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 25 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 5 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to St Albans City. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Eastleigh to St Albans City in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to St Albans City by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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