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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to St Albans
Cheapest price
$186
Average price
$188
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to St Albans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to St Albans will cost around $188 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $186.
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow for St Albans on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 525 km distance in an average of 6 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:55 AM6h25Glasgow6:20 PMSt Albans$1861One-way0 transfers- 9:46 AM6h49Glasgow4:35 PMSt Albans$1911One-way0 transfers
- 11:55 AM6h25Glasgow6:20 PMSt Albans$1861One-way0 transfers
- 9:46 AM6h49Glasgow4:35 PMSt Albans$1911One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and train for Glasgow to St Albans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to St Albans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $87.
Distance: 326 miles (525 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
$172 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest |
5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to St Albans:
A flight is $116 (€95) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to St Albans costing on average $172 (€140).
Other travel options to St Albans take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 17m.
Bus takes on average 9h 59m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to St Albans
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to St Albans run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€71) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 326 miles (525 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 326 miles (525 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€71) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 3:55 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to St Albans trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and St Albans from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to St Albans
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to St Albans by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Albans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to St Albans
Most Glasgow to St Albans trains use the Glasgow Central to St Albans City station pair, with some services arriving at St Albans Abbey. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and St Albans train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hillington East from Glasgow city centre
Hillington East is 6 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Hillington East train station facilities and services
Hillington East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hillington East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hillington East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hillington East: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hillington East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hillington East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1, level access from street to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which St Albans station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
St Albans City train station facilities and services
St Albans City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to St Albans Abbey from St Albans city centre
St Albans Abbey train station facilities and services
St Albans Abbey has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans Abbey.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans Abbey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans Abbey: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans Abbey: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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