First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
23 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
23 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hatfield station (HAT) to Hitchin station (HIT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hatfield station (HAT) to Hitchin station (HIT) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Hatfield station (HAT) to Hitchin station (HIT), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hatfield station (HAT) to Hitchin station (HIT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 21 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hatfield station (HAT) to Hitchin station (HIT):
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Hatfield station (HAT) to Hitchin station (HIT) costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Hitchin station (HIT) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 48m.
The journey is about 4m faster (22m by train vs 26m by car) and roughly £1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£4 vs £5). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Great Northern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hatfield station (HAT) to Hitchin station (HIT) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:02 Hatfield station (HAT) | 0h23 | 9:25 Hitchin station (HIT) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:02 Hatfield station (HAT) | 0h23 | 10:25 Hitchin station (HIT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 6:02 Hatfield station (HAT) | 0h23 | 6:25 Hitchin station (HIT) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hatfield station (HAT) to Hitchin station (HIT) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 09:32. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 23m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 9:32 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hatfield station (HAT) to Hitchin station (HIT) 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 station (HIT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hatfield station (HAT) to Hitchin station (HIT) trains use the Hatfield to Hitchin station pair. Use this guide to compare Hatfield station (HAT) and Hitchin station (HIT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hatfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hatfield.
Wi-Fi is available at Hatfield. ATMs are available at Hatfield.
Ticket office support is available at Hatfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hatfield: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hatfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hatfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Hitchin has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hitchin.
Wi-Fi is available at Hitchin. ATMs are available at Hitchin.
Ticket office support is available at Hitchin.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hitchin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hitchin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hitchin: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the the front of the station next to the night gate, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.