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The journey from St Albans to South Merton on the fastest train in 1 hour 17 minutes, usually 1 hour 23 minutes. Each day, 100 trains leave from St Albans, starting at 04:35 and ending at 23:09. Get real-time updates on train schedules, delays, and cancellations. Save time, effort, and money with TrainPal.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
04:35 St Albans City | 1 hour 26 minutes, Direct | 06:01 South Merton | Thameslink | Find tickets |
05:05 St Albans City | 1 hour 25 minutes, Direct | 06:30 South Merton | Thameslink | Find tickets |
05:35 St Albans City | 1 hour 25 minutes, Direct | 07:00 South Merton | Thameslink | Find tickets |
06:09 St Albans Abbey | 1 hour 51 minutes, 3 change | 08:00 South Merton | West Midlands Trains | Find tickets |
06:13 St Albans City | 1 hour 17 minutes, 1 change | 07:30 South Merton | Thameslink | Find tickets |
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The train journey from St Albans to South Merton combines efficiency with pleasure, featuring beautiful scenery and comfort. With frequent departures from St Albans, you can get to South Merton in just 1 hour 17 minutes, making it an ideal and convenient choice for travelling between them.

The fastest train journey time from St Albans to South Merton is 1 hour 17 minutes . Use our Train Journey Planner to find direct trains, avoid transfers, and compare travel times for each route to see if there are fewer stops to make your journey seamless.
No, you will need to transfer when travelling from St Albans to South Merton. TrainPal Train Journey Planner will assist you in finding the best train route. Enter the origin or destination places and other relevant details, then click "Search" to find the most suitable route.

St Albans to South Merton trains are generally punctual, but delays or disruptions can happen due to weather, strikes, and other factors. With Train Journey Planner, finding a train timetable for your trip is simple. Enter your departure and arrival stations to view a detailed schedule of available trains. Provide your travel details to find the best routes, connections, and train times.
Usually, you need to arrive at a station at least 15-20 minutes ahead of time. However, consider the station's size and your familiarity with it. If the station is large and you are not familiar with it, leaving home as early as possible is the best choice. This can reduce your stress and ensure a relaxing journey.
Yes, most trains on the route from St Albans to South Merton are equipped with Wi-Fi. Passengers can also enjoy complimentary food, drinks, and power sockets for a more comfortable journey. Please note that the availability of these services can vary depending on the train company
Check our Train Journey Planner, which provides detailed information about transfers to ensure your journey is uninterrupted, saving you time and effort, and allowing you to get a full rest for travelling.

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