Bristol to Hitchin train with Great Western Railway

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Compare coach and train for Bristol to Hitchin

The cheapest option from Bristol to Hitchin is coach, with an average price of £39. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Hitchin among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 170 km

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£61

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£39

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3h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest option

2h 37m

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5h 0m

Average total duration

4h 30m

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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Hitchin by coach or train

Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Why should you book Bristol to Hitchin trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Bristol to Hitchin.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol to Hitchin.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Hitchin.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol to Hitchin.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Hitchin.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Hitchin

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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Bristol to Hitchin, including direct trains, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:47, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 3h 4m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Distance
170 km
Average train duration
2h 37m
Lowest ticket price
£61
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 4m
First train
3:47
Last train
22:11
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
35 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Hitchin trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Hitchin from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 4m
Cheapest Price
£61
Great Western Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 33m
Cheapest Price
£153
Cross Country frequency
2 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
£138
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
24 a day

FAQs: Bristol to Hitchin train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Hitchin by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hitchin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Bristol to Hitchin is 170 km.
The first train from Bristol to Hitchin leaves at 3:47.
The last train from Bristol to Hitchin departs at 22:11.
Trains from Bristol to Hitchin run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Hitchin.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Hitchin.
To get from Bristol to Hitchin, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Hitchin.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Hitchin is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Hitchin station (HIT).
Booking trains from Bristol to Hitchin in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol to Hitchin offers a mix of urban and rural views, featuring the rolling hills of the Cotswolds and picturesque countryside, making parts of the trip quite scenic.
You typically need 1 to 2 days in Hitchin to explore its charming market town atmosphere, visit the British Schools Museum, and enjoy the local shops and cafes.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Hitchin.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Hitchin

Most Bristol to Hitchin trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Hitchin station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Hitchin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Hitchin
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min

Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services

Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.

Stapleton RoadStapleton Road station, Stapleton Road, Easton, Bristol, City of, BS5 6NEParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Stapleton Road from Bristol city centre

Stapleton Road is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainAvonmouth - Bristol Temple Meads, Severn Beach - Bristol Temple Meads, Severn Beach - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Exeter St Davids, Severn Beach - Salisbury, Clifton Down - Bristol Temple Meads, Avonmouth - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Frome · 10m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus24, 48, 49, 46, 47, 50 · 14m · £4 · every ~66 min
49, 48, 46, 50, 47 · 20m · £4 · every ~40 min

Stapleton Road train station facilities and services

Stapleton Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Stapleton Road.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Stapleton Road: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Stapleton Road: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stapleton Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station - step free access can be achieved to both platforms independent of the station however step free access does not exist between platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

MontpelierMontpelier station, Station Road, Montpelier, Bristol, City of, BS6 5EEParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre

Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus13 · 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
76, 75, 73 · 15m · £4 · every ~53 min

Montpelier train station facilities and services

Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Montpelier: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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