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St Albans to South Acton train prices and times

Planning a journey from St Albans to South Acton? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £8.60, with average prices for this route around £17.60. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
02:55 St Albans City	06:07 South Acton	3h 12m, No direct	London Overground	Find Tickets
03:55 St Albans City	06:09 South Acton	2h 14m, No direct	London Overground	Find Tickets
05:35 St Albans City	06:35 South Acton	1h, No direct	London Overground	Find Tickets
05:55 St Albans City	06:44 South Acton	49m, No direct	London Overground	Find Tickets
06:09 St Albans Abbey	07:21 South Acton	1h 12m, No direct	West Midlands TrainsLondon Overground	Find Tickets
06:27 St Albans City	07:21 Paris	54m, No direct	London Overground	Find Tickets View More Trains

St Albans to South Acton train route details

First train

02:55

Last train

23:47

Departure station

St Albans

Arrival station

South Acton

Journey time

46m

Distance

19 miles

Price

£8.60*

Train Operators

London Overground, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from St Albans to South Acton

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from St Albans to South Acton 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

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 to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from St Albans to South Acton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from St Albans to South Acton ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 to South Acton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

St Albans to South Acton train ticket types

Save money on your trip from St Albans to South Acton with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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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
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
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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