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Fratton to St Albans City by train
| First train | 04:56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:53 | |
| Departure station | Fratton | |
| Arrival station | St Albans City | |
| Journey time | From 2h 42m | |
| Distance | 73 miles (118 km) | |
| Frequency | 37 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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How to travel from Fratton to St Albans City by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Fratton to St Albans City? Look no further.
You'll usually find 37 trains per day running between Fratton and St Albans City, which usually take 3 hours 47 minutes to complete the 73 miles (118 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 42 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to St Albans City by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. South Western Railway, Thameslink or Southern are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Fratton to St Albans City if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to St Albans City? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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