Hitchin to Coventry train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Coventry

Showing times and prices for 10 Nov

Cheapest price

£55

Average price

£76

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

3 h 1 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hitchin to Coventry will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Hitchin for Coventry every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.

Avanti West Coast
08:552h30
Hitchin
11:25Coventry
£551One-way
0 changes
Chiltern Railways
04:563h32
Hitchin
08:28Coventry
£971One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Hitchin to Coventry

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £36.

Distance: 99 km

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Coach

£58

Average Price

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 41m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 20m

Average total duration

3h 50m

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30m

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Live departures

Hitchin to Coventry train times

The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to Coventry trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 06:54
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
avanti_west_coast07:30 Hitchin
2h55
10:25 Coventry0 changesdirect
Monday 10 November
chiltern_railways04:56 Hitchin
3h32
08:28 Coventry0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hitchin to Coventry

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Trains from Hitchin to Coventry run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 2h 6m.

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 £13
Distance
99 km
Average train duration
2h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£36
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 6m
First train
04:11
Last train
22:53
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 £13

Train companies: Thameslink from Hitchin to Coventry trainsThameslink trains will get you between Hitchin and Coventry from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 38m
Cheapest Price
£132
Thameslink frequency
25 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 Coventry train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Coventry 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 Coventry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Hitchin to Coventry in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Coventry can be explored comfortably in two to three days, allowing time to visit key attractions such as Coventry Cathedral, St. Mary's Guildhall, and the Transport Museum.
The cost of a train ticket from Hitchin to Coventry can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £36, while the average price tends to be around £58.
The train distance from Hitchin to Coventry is 99 km.
The cheapest way to get from Hitchin to Coventry is by coach, costing approximately £13.
To get from Hitchin to Coventry, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Hitchin that goes to Coventry is Hitchin station (HIT), and it arrives at Coventry station (COV).
The train journey from Hitchin to Coventry covers a distance of 99 km and takes approximately 2h 6m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Hitchin to Coventry leaves at 4:11.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hitchin to Coventry.
The last train from Hitchin to Coventry departs at 22:53.
Yes, you can take the train from Hitchin to Coventry.
Trains from Hitchin to Coventry run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hitchin to Coventry.
There is no night train service from Hitchin to Coventry.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and Coventry

Hitchin
Coventry
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 Coventry.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee shop, Platform1 and Newsagent, Platform 2
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
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
WC
  • Toilets Location: WC available on Platform 1 and 2 Accessible Toilet Location - Platform 1
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Station entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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