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Verulamium Museum
Award-winning museum on Roman Verulamium with mosaics, wall plaster, and everyday finds. Essential for understanding ancient St Albans.
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Overview: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to St Albans
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Take a bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to St Albans and enjoy the approximately 24 miles (40 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
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.
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Train from €23
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 5 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €23
Complete guide to St Albans
Things to do in St Albans
Discover the best of St Albans — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St Albans trip today.
- Recommended
St Albans Museum + Gallery
Museum and gallery in the old town hall with local history, changing art shows, and the rebuilt Assembly Room. A strong introduction to the city.
Alban, Britain’s First Saint Exhibition
Small museum telling the story of Alban, Britain's first saint, inside the cathedral precinct. Compact but meaningful for the city's identity.
- Must visit
Verulamium Park
Large central park covering the Roman city site, with lakes, green space, and ruins. Ideal for walks, picnics, and combining history with nature.
- Recommended
St Peter's Street
Historic market street lined with timber-framed buildings, shops, and regular markets. One of the best places to feel the city's character.
- Recommended
George Street
Picturesque old street beside the cathedral with medieval atmosphere and independent businesses. A favourite area for photos and short strolls.
Hertfordshire Beef Sausage
A mustard-laced sausage linked to nearby Hertfordshire. It is a regional pub classic, often served with mash and gravy.
- Vegetarian
Local Cask Ale
Traditional English ale brewed with heritage methods. St Albans is known for strong pub culture and local cask beer appreciation.
Sunday Roast
A classic Sunday roast of beef, potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy, widely enjoyed in historic St Albans pubs.
Lussmanns St Albans
Elegant Michelin-starred dining with refined British tasting menus in a polished, intimate setting near the city centre.
Lussmanns St Albans
Well-regarded sustainable restaurant serving modern British dishes and seafood in a relaxed brasserie atmosphere.
Ye Olde Fighting Cocks
Historic pub near the cathedral known for cask ales, hearty British classics and a characterful traditional interior.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England: hotels often cost more than smaller towns, but dining and local transit are typical for the South East.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, round up or tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £4.70
To the city center
St Albans, St Peter's Street (Stop 5) -> St Albans City Railway Station
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
Best option: Bus 300/301/302/304/305/306/307/601/602/653/657/724
- Price
- £2.00
- Duration
- 5 min
- Contactless card payment is accepted on Arriva buses in St Albans. The £2.00 single fare cap applies on many local bus journeys.
- For live times and tickets, use the Arriva UK Bus app or the Intalink journey planner. Check the operator before boarding, as some routes are run by different companies.
Buses from Stansted to St Albans
National Express operates regular buses between Stansted and St Albans. All buses depart from the bus station at Stansted Airport and arrive into St Albans city center. This service is not direct, as buses stop at Heathrow Airport and passengers are required to change for the second leg of their journey. There are 11 buses daily between Stansted and St Albans.
Which bus companies travel from Stansted to St Albans?
National Express operate buses from Stansted to St Albans, although passengers also need to transfer to a third-party provider when making the change at Heathrow Airport. The first bus of the day to St Albans departs from Stansted Airport bus Station at 4:00 a.m and the quickest journeys take three hours 25 minutes.
How long is the bus from Stansted to St Albans?
The fastest bus journeys from Stansted to St Albans take three hours 25 minutes, and average journey times are approximately four hours. Although the distance from Stansted to St Albans is approximately 43 miles, journey times are comparatively long because all buses stop at Heathrow Airport. The non-stop journey to Heathrow Airport takes around one hour 30 minutes, and passengers then need to change to the connecting Green Line bus service which could entail waits of up to one hour.
How many buses are there from Stansted to St Albans?
There are 11 buses from Stansted to St Albans on weekdays, and at weekends there are ten on Saturdays and seven on Sundays. The first bus on weekdays departs from Stansted at 4:00 a.m and the last weekday bus leaves at 7:40 p.m. Journey times average around four hours, and all buses stop at Heathrow Airport.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Stansted to St Albans?
Departure bus station: Buses to St Albans depart from Stansted Airport bus Station. The bus station is open 24/7 and on-site amenities include automated ticket machines, waiting areas, car parking, a coffee shop, eatery, and newsagents.
Arrival bus station: Buses from Stansted to St Albans arrive in the city center, either outside the St Albans railroad Station or at Victoria Street St Albans Station Car Park. Passengers can access all available facilities within the train station and local or regional buses also stop in these locations.
FAQs: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to St Albans
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to St Albans by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Albans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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