St Albans to Luton train with Thameslink

Wed, Aug 05
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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans to Luton

Showing times and prices for Aug 05

Cheapest price

€4

Average price

€4

Fastest journey

15 m

Average duration

16 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

16 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from St Albans to Luton will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave St Albans for Luton on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .

On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • ThameslinkW45521
    12:41 PM0h16
    St Albans City (SAC)
    12:57 PMLuton station (LUT)
    41One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkW45548
    12:11 PM0h16
    St Albans City (SAC)
    12:27 PMLuton station (LUT)
    41One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkC10030
    12:16 PM0h16
    St Albans City (SAC)
    12:32 PMLuton station (LUT)
    41One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkW45565
    1:11 PM0h16
    St Albans City (SAC)
    1:27 PMLuton station (LUT)
    41One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkW32970
    12:55 PM0h15
    St Albans City (SAC)
    1:10 PMLuton station (LUT)
    41One-way
    0 transfers

Live departures

St Albans to Luton train times

The table below shows live departures for St Albans to Luton trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ThameslinkW45396
Delayed
7:46 AM 8:44 AMSt Albans City (SAC)
0h16
9:00 AM Luton station (LUT)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkW45600
On time
8:55 AM St Albans City (SAC)
0h15
9:10 AM Luton station (LUT)
0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from St Albans to Luton

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Trains from St Albans to Luton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 15m.

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
Distance
16 km
Average train duration
16m
Cheapest ticket price
€3
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
15m
First train
12:02 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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

Train companies: Thameslink from St Albans to Luton trainsThameslink trains will get you between St Albans and Luton from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
€3
Thameslink frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: Trains from St Albans to Luton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans to Luton by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from St Albans to Luton can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for St Albans to Luton is €5; 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 train from St Albans to Luton is 15m to travel the 16 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from St Albans to Luton leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from St Albans to Luton leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 8 direct trains a day from St Albans to Luton with Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from St Albans to Luton, you can count on Thameslink for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between St Albans and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Luton from St Albans is worth doing with a journey time of 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from St Albans to Luton is December.
Yes, you can take a train between St Albans and Luton.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from St Albans to Luton

Most St Albans to Luton trains use the St Albans City to Luton station pair, with some services arriving at Luton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare St Albans and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in St Albans
Arrival train stations in Luton

Which St Albans station do trains to Luton leave from?

Trains from St Albans to Luton leave from St Albans City. The station is from St Albans city centre at St Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE.
St Albans CitySt Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE+44 345 026 4700WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental

St Albans City train station facilities and services

St Albans City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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