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Reading to St Albans Abbey Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading to St Albans Abbey? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AED 179.69, with average prices for this route around AED 179.69. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
03:54 3h 14m, Changes required Reading	07:08 St Albans Abbey		Find Tickets
04:14 2h 34m, Changes required Reading	06:48 St Albans Abbey	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
04:35 2h 37m, Changes required Reading	07:12 St Albans Abbey	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:10 2h 23m, Changes required Reading	07:33 St Albans Abbey	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:45 2h 19m, Changes required Reading	08:04 St Albans Abbey	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:48 2h 1m, Changes required Reading	07:49 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Reading to St Albans Abbey Train Route Details

First train

00:39

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

St Albans Abbey

Journey time

1h 47m

Distance

54 km

Price

AED 179.69*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Elizabeth line

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to St Albans Abbey

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to St Albans Abbey 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.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading to St Albans Abbey, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Reading to St Albans Abbey ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Reading to St Albans Abbey train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Reading to St Albans Abbey Train prices and times

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