What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City is to bus which costs £8 - £21 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £25 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and St Albans City?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to St Albans City. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Coach Station and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and St Albans City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at St Albans City. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and St Albans City is 49 miles. The road distance is 62 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £25 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City?

The train from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to St Albans City bus from?

Gatwick Airport to St Albans City bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from South Terminal Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to St Albans City train from?

Gatwick Airport to St Albans City train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £21 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to St Albans City bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to St Albans City bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to St Albans City train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to St Albans City train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at St Albans City station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to St Albans City is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City?

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Where can I stay near St Albans City?

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Gatwick Airport to St Albans City - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to St Albans Citytrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 4m
£25–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Oxf
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Town Hallbus 724 / ...
3h 22m
£9–21
Drive 61.7 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to St Albans Citycar 61.7 mi
1h 10m
£15–22

Gatwick Airport to St Albans City by train

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Distance: 49 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and St Albans City, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to St Albans City every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £25–50 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Coach Station to St Albans City via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Town Hall in around 3h 22m.

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