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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to St Albans City is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to St Albans City is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and St Albans City?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to St Albans City. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and St Albans City?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to St Albans City. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at St Albans City via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Guildford to St Albans City?

The distance between Guildford and St Albans City is 52 miles. The road distance is 44.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to St Albans City without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 39m and costs £25 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Guildford to St Albans City, including transfers.

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

Guildford to St Albans City bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

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

Guildford to St Albans City train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Guildford station.

Train or bus from Guildford to St Albans City?

The best way to get from Guildford to St Albans City is to train via London which takes 1h 39m and costs £25 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Guildford to St Albans City bus arrive?

Guildford to St Albans City bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Guildford to St Albans City train arrive?

Guildford to St Albans City train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Guildford to St Albans City?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to St Albans City is 45 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Guildford to St Albans City.

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

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Where can I stay near St Albans City?

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Guildford to St Albans City - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Guildford to St Albans City by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to London Waterlootrain Guildford - London Waterloo / ...
1h 39m
£25–64
Drive 44.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Guildford to St Albans Citycar 44.5 mi
54 min
£11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Town Hallbus 724 / ...
3h 27m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Guildford to St Albans Citytaxi 44.5 mi
54 min
£90–120
Train
1. Take the train from Guildford to Redhilltrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Redhill to St Albans Citytrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
1h 59m
£31–62

Guildford to St Albans City by train and subway

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Distance: 51.6 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Guildford to London Waterloo every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £12–28 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to St Albans City via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Town Hall in around 3h 27m.

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