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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£204
Average price
£204
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to Edinburgh will cost around £204 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £204.
To travel from Hitchin to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
11:444h43Hitchin16:27Edinburgh£2041One-way1 change- 12:444h45Hitchin17:29Edinburgh£2041One-way1 change
- 13:444h43Hitchin18:27Edinburgh£2041One-way1 change
- 14:444h46Hitchin19:30Edinburgh£2041One-way1 change
- 15:444h43Hitchin20:27Edinburgh£2041One-way1 change
- 11:444h43Hitchin16:27Edinburgh£2041One-way1 change
- 13:444h43Hitchin18:27Edinburgh£2041One-way1 change
- 15:444h43Hitchin20:27Edinburgh£2041One-way1 change
- 12:444h45Hitchin17:29Edinburgh£2041One-way1 change
- 14:444h46Hitchin19:30Edinburgh£2041One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hitchin to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £71.
Distance: 484 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£70 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hitchin to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:50 Hitchin | 5h42 | 17:32 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Hitchin to Edinburgh by train, coach or flight
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Lumo, London North Eastern Railway or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Hitchin to Edinburgh.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Lumo, London North Eastern Railway or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Hitchin to Edinburgh.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to Edinburgh
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Trains from Hitchin to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 484 km distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 484 km |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 20:20 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink from Hitchin to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Hitchin and Edinburgh from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hitchin to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and Edinburgh
Most Hitchin to Edinburgh trains use the Hitchin to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Hitchin and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hitchin station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Hitchin from Hitchin city centre
Hitchin 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
Food and drink options are available at Hitchin.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hitchin. ATMs are available at Hitchin.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hitchin.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hitchin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hitchin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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