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Purley Oaks to St Albans City train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Purley Oaks to St Albans City, starting from AED 100.84 and averaging AED 100.84. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 3m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
16:48 1h 6m, No direct Purley Oaks	17:54 St Albans City	Find Tickets
17:20 1h 5m, No direct Purley Oaks	18:25 St Albans City	Find Tickets
17:48 1h 6m, No direct Purley Oaks	18:54 St Albans City	Find Tickets
18:18 1h 9m, No direct Purley Oaks	19:27 St Albans City	Find Tickets
18:48 1h 9m, No direct Purley Oaks	19:57 St Albans City	Find Tickets
19:18 1h 6m, No direct Purley Oaks	20:24 Paris	Find Tickets

Purley Oaks to St Albans City train route details

First train

05:13

Last train

23:18

Departure station

Purley Oaks

Arrival station

St Albans City

Journey time

1h 3m

Distance

30 miles

Price

AED 100.84*

Train Operators

Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Purley Oaks 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 Purley Oaks 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Purley Oaks to St Albans City, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Purley Oaks to St Albans City ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Purley Oaks to St Albans City more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Purley Oaks to St Albans City train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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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
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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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
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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