Esher to St Albans City by train
| First train | 04:51 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:52 | |
| Departure station | Esher | |
| Arrival station | St Albans City | |
| Journey time | From 1h 40m | |
| Distance | 26 miles (41 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Esher to St Albans City in 1 hour 40 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Esher to St Albans City? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 54 minutes to travel the 26 miles (41 km) from Esher to St Albans City by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 40 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with South Western Railway or Thameslink, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Esher 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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