How to get from St Albans to Terminal 3 by train?

From St Albans to Terminal 3 by train

To get from St Albans to Terminal 3 in Heathrow, take the THAMESLINK train from St Albans City station to Farringdon station. Next, take the ELIZABETH train from Farringdon station to Heathrow Terminals 1,2,3 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 10 min. The ride fare is £21.50. The train schedule from St Albans may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Terminal 3 on the Moovit app.

70min£21.50
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - ELIZABETH
Leaves from St Albans City

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    St Albans
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Three Bridges
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Farringdon
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Farringdon
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Heathrow Terminal 4
  • 6
    Ride to train station Heathrow Terminals 1,2,3
    Ride to train station
    Heathrow Terminals 1,2,3
    ID HXX
    37 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From St Albans to Terminal 3 by Tube and train

To get from St Albans to Terminal 3 in Heathrow, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one Tube line: take the THAMESLINK train from St Albans City station to St Pancras station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CIRCLE Tube and finally take the HEATHROW EXPRESS train from Paddington station to Heathrow Terminals 1,2,3 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The train schedule from St Albans may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Terminal 3 on the Moovit app.

67min
Train - THAMESLINK
Tube - CIRCLE
Train - HEATHROW EXPRESS
Leaves from St Albans City

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    St Albans
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Three Bridges
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Pancras
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    King's Cross St. Pancras
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tube - CIRCLE
    Wait for Tube
    CIRCLE
    Hammersmith
  • 6
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Paddington
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paddington
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - HEATHROW EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    HEATHROW EXPRESS
    Heathrow Terminal 5
  • 9
    Ride to train station Heathrow Terminals 1,2,3
    Ride to train station
    Heathrow Terminals 1,2,3
    ID HXX
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from St Albans to Terminal 3

The distance between St Albans, Heathrow and Terminal 3, Heathrow is approximately 62.68 km, which can typically be travelled in 70 min. Moovit will show you the directions from St Albans to Terminal 3 by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Heathrow – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from St Albans to Terminal 3

To check the train schedule from St Albans to Terminal 3 using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (St Albans) and destination (Terminal 3), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From St Albans to Terminal 3 by Tube and train

To get from St Albans to Terminal 3 in Heathrow, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one Tube line: take the THAMESLINK train from St Albans City station to St Pancras station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CIRCLE Tube and finally take the HEATHROW EXPRESS train from Paddington station to Heathrow Terminals 1,2,3 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The train schedule from St Albans may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Terminal 3 on the Moovit app.

67min
Train - THAMESLINK
Tube - CIRCLE
Train - HEATHROW EXPRESS
Leaves from St Albans City

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    St Albans
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Three Bridges
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Pancras
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    King's Cross St. Pancras
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tube - CIRCLE
    Wait for Tube
    CIRCLE
    Hammersmith
  • 6
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Paddington
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paddington
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - HEATHROW EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    HEATHROW EXPRESS
    Heathrow Terminal 5
  • 9
    Ride to train station Heathrow Terminals 1,2,3
    Ride to train station
    Heathrow Terminals 1,2,3
    ID HXX
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from St Albans to Terminal 3?

    The fastest way takes 70 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Train line ELIZABETH.

  • What is the alternative route to get from St Albans to Terminal 3?

    The alternative route takes 67 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Tube line CIRCLE, Train line HEATHROW EXPRESS.

  • Is there a direct train between St Albans and Terminal 3?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 10 min.

  • Which train line goes from St Albans to Terminal 3?

    The THAMESLINK train line goes from Three Bridges station near St Albans in London to Farringdon station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Farringdon station near Terminal 3 in Heathrow.

  • How long does it take to travel from St Albans to Terminal 3 by train?

    The total travel time between St Albans in London and Terminal 3 in Heathrow by train is about 1 hr 10 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near St Albans to get to Terminal 3?

    Get on the THAMESLINK train from the Three Bridges station near St Albans in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between St Albans and Terminal 3?

    Get off the train at the Farringdon station, which is closest to Terminal 3 in Heathrow.

  • When is the last bus from St Albans to Terminal 3?

    The last bus from St Albans in London to Terminal 3 in Heathrow is the Harlow - Hertford - Welwyn Garden City - Hatfield - Heathrow line. It leaves the St Albans City Railway Station, St Albans stop at 02:19.

  • How much is the train fare from St Albans to Terminal 3?

    The ride from St Albans to Terminal 3 costs £21.50.

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