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St Albans Abbey to Croydon train prices and times
Planning a journey from St Albans Abbey to Croydon? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £11.60, with average prices for this route around £13.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
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06:26 St Albans Abbey | 08:53 East Croydon | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:56 St Albans Abbey | 09:21 East Croydon | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:34 St Albans Abbey | 09:54 East Croydon | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:19 St Albans Abbey | 10:03 East Croydon | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:26 St Albans Abbey | 10:22 East Croydon | West Midlands TrainsLondon Overground![]() | Find Tickets |
08:36 St Albans Abbey | 10:13 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
St Albans Abbey to Croydon train route details

First train
06:01

Last train
23:45

Journey time
1h 37m

Distance
28 miles

Price
£11.60*
How to book cheap train tickets from St Albans Abbey to Croydon

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from St Albans Abbey to Croydon during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from St Albans Abbey to Croydon for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 St Albans Abbey to Croydon, 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%
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 St Albans Abbey to Croydon 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 St Albans Abbey to Croydon more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
St Albans Abbey to Croydon train ticket types
Save money on your trip from St Albans Abbey to Croydon with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional 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
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.

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%.










