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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Broadstairs
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
135 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Broadstairs is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to Broadstairs will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
Fast trains
To travel from Hitchin to Broadstairs you need to make at least one change.

05:562h15
Hitchin08:11Broadstairs
£851One-way
1 change

06:562h07
Hitchin09:03Broadstairs
£851One-way
1 change

07:562h07
Hitchin10:03Broadstairs
£851One-way
1 change

08:552h08
Hitchin11:03Broadstairs
£851One-way
1 change

09:552h08
Hitchin12:03Broadstairs
£851One-way
1 change

16:411h59
Hitchin18:40Broadstairs
£851One-way
1 change

17:111h59
Hitchin19:10Broadstairs
£851One-way
1 change

06:562h07
Hitchin09:03Broadstairs
£851One-way
1 change

07:562h07
Hitchin10:03Broadstairs
£851One-way
1 change

08:552h08
Hitchin11:03Broadstairs
£851One-way
1 change
Live departures
Hitchin to Broadstairs train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:18
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:55 Hitchin | 2h08 | 11:03 Broadstairs | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:55 Hitchin | 2h08 | 12:03 Broadstairs | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:55 Hitchin | 2h08 | 13:03 Broadstairs | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:55 Hitchin | 2h08 | 14:03 Broadstairs | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:55 Hitchin | 2h08 | 15:03 Broadstairs | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to Broadstairs
Trains from Hitchin to Broadstairs run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 135 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 04:32 |
Last train 12:55 |
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
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Hitchin to Broadstairs trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Hitchin and Broadstairs from £70. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£68
Southeastern frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
£86
Thameslink frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Hitchin to Broadstairs train
FAQs: Travel by train from Hitchin to Broadstairs easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hitchin to Broadstairs.

The train distance from Hitchin to Broadstairs is 135 km.
Booking trains from Hitchin to Broadstairs in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hitchin to Broadstairs covers a distance of 135 km and takes approximately 3h 6m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Hitchin to Broadstairs can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £70, while the average price tends to be around £70.
The cheapest way to get from Hitchin to Broadstairs is by train, costing approximately £70.
The first train from Hitchin to Broadstairs leaves at 4:32.
The train station in Hitchin that goes to Broadstairs is Hitchin station (HIT), and it arrives at Broadstairs station (BSR).
The last train from Hitchin to Broadstairs departs at 12:55.
Trains from Hitchin to Broadstairs run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hitchin to Broadstairs.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hitchin to Broadstairs.
Yes, you can take the train from Hitchin to Broadstairs.
There is no night train service from Hitchin to Broadstairs.
To travel from Hitchin to Broadstairs, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and Broadstairs
Hitchin
Broadstairs
The major train station for departures in Hitchin is Hitchin. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hitchin for your trip from Hitchin to Broadstairs.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shop, Platform1 and Newsagent, Platform 2
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: WC available on Platform 1 and 2 Accessible Toilet Location - Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Broadstairs is Broadstairs. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Broadstairs for your journey to Broadstairs from Hitchin.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 from main entrance for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to platform 2 via side entrance from ramp off The Broadway. Step free interchange between platforms via road and steep paths in excess of 400 metres. Stepped access within station via the footbridge.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 2 only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: upside
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Broadstairs
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Ramsgate: High Street bus stop opposite the convenience store. Towards Margate: High Street bus stop outside the convenience store.
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