St Albans to Oxford Train
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St Albans to Oxford by train
The journey from St Albans to Oxford by train is 39.51 mi and takes 2 hrs 12 mins. There are 31 connections per day, with the first departure at 01:55 and the last at 18:31. It is possible to travel from St Albans to Oxford by train for as little as £47.41 or as much as £47.41. The best price for this journey is £47.41.
| Lowest Price | £47.41 |
| Journey Duration | 2 hrs 12 mins |
| Connection per Day | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink 31 |
| Lowest Price | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink £47.41 |
| Highest Price | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink £47.41 |
| First Departure | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink 01:55 |
| Last Departure | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink 18:31 |
| Distance | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink 39.51 mi |
| Departure | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink St Albans |
| Arrival | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink Oxford |
| Carriers | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink |
St Albans to Oxford Train Times
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from St Albans to Oxford
The cheapest St Albans - Oxford train tickets can be found for as low as £29.06 if you’re lucky, or £32.14 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £34.64.
Find the best day to travel to Oxford by train
When travelling to Oxford by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Great Western Railway and Thameslink from St Albans to Oxford
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St Albans to Oxford CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
4.45kg
Bus
4.77kg
Flight
12.72kg
Car
10.17kg
What are the CO2 emissions from St Albans to Oxford by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between St Albans and Oxford are 4.45kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between St Albans and Oxford? By taking the train between St Albans and Oxford you will save 8.27kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.32kg compared to a bus and 5.72kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from St Albans to Oxford?
A train ticket from St Albans to Oxford is £47.41. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £47.41.
What's the cheapest train ticket from St Albans to Oxford?
The cheapest ticket you can get from St Albans to Oxford is £47.41. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between St Albans and Oxford by train?
St Albans to Oxford is 39.51 mi.
How long does the train between St Albans and Oxford take?
St Albans to Oxford is on average 2 hrs 12 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 55 mins.
Which companies operate from St Albans to Oxford?
The train journey from St Albans to Oxford is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway and Thameslink.
How many train connections per day go from St Albans to Oxford?
St Albans to Oxford has 31 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from St Albans to Oxford leave?
The earliest train from St Albans to Oxford departs at 01:55. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from St Albans to Oxford depart?
The latest train from St Albans to Oxford departs at 18:31. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from St Albans to Oxford in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £47.41 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between St Albans to Oxford by train?
The fastest journey time by train between St Albans and Oxford is 1 hr 55 mins.
Is there a direct train from St Albans to Oxford?
Yes, there is a direct train between St Albans and Oxford.
What are the CO2 emissions for St Albans to Oxford by train?
The train journey from St Albans to Oxford creates 4.45kg of CO2 emissions.