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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City (SAC)

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8

train journeys
per day

170

miles (274 kms)

5hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

06:47 / 22:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City (SAC)

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On a typical weekday there are 8 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and St Albans City , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City is approximately 170 miles (274 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 53 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and St Albans City.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:57
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:42
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:57
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:47
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:13
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:42
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:57
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    18:56
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:42
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    20:57
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:42
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    23:23
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:19
    9 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    05:17
    Preston (Lancs)
    St Albans City
    Preston (Lancs) to St Albans City

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About St Albans City Station

Station name St Albans City (SAC)
Address St Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 06:45 - 21:15
Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Preston (Lancs) and St Albans City

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and St Albans City by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and St Albans City vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:56.

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Amenities on trains between Preston (Lancs) and St Albans City can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Preston (Lancs) & St Albans City. owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and St Albans City.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Preston (Lancs) and St Albans City, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.