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Cambridge to St Albans Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Cambridge to St Albans. Traveling by train from Cambridge to St Albans usually takes one hour and 49 minutes, but the fastest Thameslink train can make the trip in one hour and 47 minutes.

Distance37 mi (59 km)
Fastest train1h 47m
Lowest price$43.37
Most frequent serviceThameslink
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Which train should you take from Cambridge to St Albans?

Thameslink is the one and only train line which connects Cambridge to St Albans. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Thameslink41h 50m$43.37
  • Thameslink services run 24 hours a day with trains usually every 20-30 minutes, and coverage within the regions of Kent, Surrey, and Hertfordshire, plus service to London. Thameslink has separate first-class cars, and standard-class seating may be standing room only during peak hours.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Cambridge to St Albans

The distance between Cambridge and St Albans is approximately 37 miles, or 59 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 49 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 47 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Trains from Cambridge to St Albans are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Cambridge at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from St Albans to Cambridge.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Cambridge?

Main departure station: Station Road

There is one train station in Cambridge.

All train stations in Cambridge:

  • Station Road

Where is the train station in St Albans?

Main arrival station: St Albans City Station

St Albans has one train station.

All train stations in St Albans:

  • St Albans City Station

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