How long is the drive?

Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.

Is the cathedral worth visiting?

Yes, it is a major historic landmark.

Yes, but it requires changing in London.

Where is the best parking?

Drovers Way car park is very convenient.

Fakenham

St Albans

Bus Driving

Fakenham to St Albans

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Fakenham to St Albans covers 160 kilometers. The most direct route is via the A1065, A11, and M11, taking approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes by car. St Albans is a historic city in Hertfordshire, famous for its Roman history and cathedral. Driving is the most practical method for this route, as public transport is limited and time-consuming.

Total Distance: 160 km driving distance, 145 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving is the fastest, taking 2 hours 30 minutes.

Cheapest Way

Bus travel is the cheapest, but takes significantly longer.

Compare Fakenham to St Albans Routes

	Bus Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	5 hours	2 hours 30 minutes
Avg Price	25 to 35 GBP	22 to 30 GBP in fuel
Operator	National Express	Personal Vehicle
Route	Bus to London, then train to St Albans.	A1065 to A11, then M11 and M25 to St Albans.
Tip	The train from London to St Albans is a faster alternative.	The M25 is a major road; expect heavy traffic during peak times.

Travel Tips

Parking
Use the Drovers Way multi-story car park.
Traffic
The M25 is a major route; expect heavy traffic.
Train Connections
London stations are the best hub for rail travel.
Walking
The city center is compact and easy to walk around.
Events
Check the St Albans City Council website for local events.

Safety Tips

Road Safety
The M25 has many junctions; drive with care.
Pedestrians
St Albans city center has busy shopping streets.
Emergency
St Albans City Hospital is the main medical facility.
Crowds
Be aware of your surroundings in the city center.