First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
6 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Arlesey is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to Arlesey will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Hitchin to Arlesey, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 6 km distance in an average of 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 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 Hitchin to Arlesey among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 6 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£3 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
35m Average total duration Fastest 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hitchin to Arlesey:
A coach is £0.77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hitchin to Arlesey costing on average £3.
Other travel options to Arlesey take longer:
Coach takes on average 18m.
The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to Arlesey trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:20 Hitchin | 0h06 | 10:26 Arlesey | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hitchin to Arlesey run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 6 km distance in 6m.
Distance 6 km |
Average train duration 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 6m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Arlesey 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 Arlesey, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hitchin to Arlesey trains use the Hitchin to Arlesey station pair. Use this guide to compare Hitchin and Arlesey train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Arlesey is 2 km from Arlesey city centre. Public transport options include:
Arlesey has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Arlesey.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Arlesey: Parking.
Available at Arlesey: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arlesey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. No step-free access between platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is by the steps leading to platform 1. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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, 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.
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