St Albans to London bus with National Express

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Compare train and bus for St Albans to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Albans to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 30 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€7

Average price

Cheapest

€15

Average price

2h 57m

Average total duration

2h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

55m

Average total duration

Fastest

25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Thameslink

Most popular train company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

St Albans to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for St Albans to London buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ThameslinkTL3855008:13 AM St Albans City (SAC)
2h09
10:22 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkTL1690008:43 AM St Albans City (SAC)
2h09
10:52 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkTL1703009:13 AM St Albans City (SAC)
2h09
11:22 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkTL1689009:43 AM St Albans City (SAC)
2h09
11:52 AM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkTL38350010:08 AM St Albans City (SAC)
2h09
12:17 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkTL38050010:38 AM St Albans City (SAC)
2h09
12:47 PM London St Pancras International (STP)0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets St Albans to London by train or bus

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Why should you book St Albans to London buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from St Albans to London.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from St Albans to London

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Buses from St Albans to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €7 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 30 km distance in 1h 21m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €7
Distance
30 km
Average bus duration
2h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
1h 21m
First bus
12:02 AM
Last bus
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
5 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €7

Bus providers: National Express from St Albans to LondonYou can travel by bus between St Albans to London with National Express for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
€25
National Express frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from St Albans to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans to London by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from St Albans to London can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for St Albans to London is €7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from St Albans to London is 1h 21m to travel the 30 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from St Albans to London leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from St Albans to London leaves at 11:57 PM.
There are 5 coaches a day from St Albans to London which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from St Albans to London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between St Albans and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to London from St Albans is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 21m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from St Albans to London is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between St Albans and London including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from St Albans to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from St Albans to London for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from St Albans to London depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from St Albans to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from St Albans to London:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from St Albans to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from St Albans to London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from St Albans to London with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from St Albans to London with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from St Albans to London with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from St Albans to London

St Albans
London
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station
Public transit options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express

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