How much is the train ticket from St Albans to Luton?

The cheapest train tickets from St Albans to Luton start from R 160. The average price for this train route is around R 202. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from St Albans to Luton?

The average train journey time from St Albans to Luton is 13m, covering a distance of 15 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10m and is operated by ThamesLink .

Which train operators serve the St Albans to Luton route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 20 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St Albans to Luton?

The earliest train from St Albans to Luton departs at 07:08. And the latest train departs at 15:52.

Train St Albans to Luton from R 148

Next train departures

Next departures from St Albans to Luton on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	St Albans	15m	07:27	Luton	Cheapest
Train	07:12	St Albans	11m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:12	St Albans	11m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:16	St Albans	12m	07:28	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:26	St Albans	12m	07:38	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures from St Albans to Luton on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	St Albans	15m	07:27	Luton	Cheapest
Train	07:12	St Albans	11m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:12	St Albans	11m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:16	St Albans	12m	07:28	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:26	St Albans	12m	07:38	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures from St Albans to Luton on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	St Albans	15m	07:27	Luton	Cheapest
Train	07:12	St Albans	11m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:12	St Albans	11m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:16	St Albans	12m	07:28	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:26	St Albans	12m	07:38	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures from St Albans to Luton on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	St Albans	15m	07:27	Luton	Cheapest
Train	07:12	St Albans	11m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:12	St Albans	11m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:16	St Albans	12m	07:28	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:26	St Albans	12m	07:38	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures from St Albans to Luton on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:11	St Albans	16m	07:27	Luton	Cheapest
Train	07:25	St Albans	11m	07:36	Luton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:11	St Albans	12m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:11	St Albans	12m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:16	St Albans	12m	07:28	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures from St Albans to Luton on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:08	St Albans	15m	07:23	Luton	Cheapest
Train	07:08	St Albans	11m	07:19	Luton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:08	St Albans	11m	07:19	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	08:10	St Albans	11m	08:21	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	08:10	St Albans	11m	08:21	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures from St Albans to Luton on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:11	St Albans	16m	07:27	Luton	Cheapest
Train	07:25	St Albans	11m	07:36	Luton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:11	St Albans	12m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:11	St Albans	12m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:16	St Albans	12m	07:28	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures from St Albans to Luton on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:11	St Albans	16m	07:27	Luton	Cheapest
Train	07:25	St Albans	11m	07:36	Luton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:11	St Albans	12m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:11	St Albans	12m	07:23	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	07:16	St Albans	12m	07:28	Luton Airport Parkway	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from St Albans to Luton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 13 minutes and with fares starting at just R 160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20train per day

13mAverage duration

15 kmDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average priceR 160 - R 326	Average duration13m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 86 - R 86	Average duration20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ThamesLink

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. ThamesLink ticket prices on this trip start at R 160

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St Albans to Luton by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from St Albans to Luton?
The cheapest train tickets from St Albans to Luton start from R 160. The average price for this train route is around R 202. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St Albans to Luton?
The average train journey time from St Albans to Luton is 13m, covering a distance of 15 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators serve the St Albans to Luton route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 20 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St Albans to Luton?
The earliest train from St Albans to Luton departs at 07:08. And the latest train departs at 15:52.

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The cheapest trip from St Albans to Luton was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 148

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St Albans to Luton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 148 to R 308 for a train ticket from St Albans to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 148, which is on 2025-12-17.