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Hitchin to St Albans City train prices and times
Planning a journey from Hitchin to St Albans City? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £24.30, with average prices for this route around £27.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
- Sat, Apr 26From £24.30
- Sun, Apr 27From £24.30
- Mon, Apr 28From £24.30
- Tue, Apr 29From £24.30
- Wed, Apr 30From £24.30
- Thu, May 1From £24.30
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:27 Hitchin | 02:17 St Albans City | 1h 50m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
04:11 Hitchin | 06:02 St Albans City | 1h 51m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:07 Hitchin | 06:30 St Albans City | 1h 23m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:41 Hitchin | 06:54 St Albans City | 1h 13m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:55 Hitchin | 07:11 St Albans City | 1h 16m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:11 Hitchin | 07:24 Paris | 1h 13m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Hitchin to St Albans City train route details

First train
00:27

Last train
23:44

Journey time
1h 13m

Distance
15 miles

Price
£24.30*
How to book cheap train tickets from Hitchin to St Albans City

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Hitchin to St Albans City. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Hitchin to St Albans City, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Hitchin to St Albans City more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Hitchin to St Albans City train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Hitchin to St Albans City with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.