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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Hertford
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
22 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Hertford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to Hertford will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Hitchin for Hertford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 22 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.
03:110h23
Hitchin03:34Hertford
£111One-way
0 changes
03:110h23
Hitchin03:34Hertford
£111One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hitchin to Hertford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Hertford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 22 km
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£11 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hitchin to Hertford train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:31
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:41 Hitchin | 0h31 | 09:12 Hertford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 03:11 Hitchin | 0h23 | 03:34 Hertford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to Hertford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hitchin to Hertford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
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 £5
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:35 |
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 £5
Train companies: Great Northern, Thameslink from Hitchin to Hertford trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between Hitchin and Hertford from £5. 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
29m
Cheapest Price
£16
Thameslink frequency
30 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
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
£10
Great Northern frequency
4 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
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Hitchin to Hertford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Hitchin to Hertford 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 Hertford.
Booking trains from Hitchin to Hertford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Hitchin to Hertford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The cheapest way to get from Hitchin to Hertford is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The train station in Hitchin that goes to Hertford is Hitchin station (HIT), and it arrives at Hertford North (HFN).
To get from Hitchin to Hertford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Hitchin to Hertford is 22 km.
The train journey from Hitchin to Hertford covers a distance of 22 km and takes approximately 31m. Trains run 4 per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hitchin to Hertford.
Yes, you can take the train from Hitchin to Hertford.
The first train from Hitchin to Hertford leaves at 0:15.
The last train from Hitchin to Hertford departs at 23:35.
Trains from Hitchin to Hertford run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hitchin to Hertford.
There is no night train service from Hitchin to Hertford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and Hertford
Hitchin
Hertford
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 Hertford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
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 Hertford is Hertford North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hertford North for your journey to Hertford from Hitchin.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 19:00 Saturday 07:45 - 14:10 Sunday Closed
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 B3 station: Step free access to booking office and platforms 2&3. Steps to platform 1 (some trains to London). Assistance Meeting Point is the station foyer opposite the ticket office. 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 2 and 3. An unheated shelter is available on platform 1
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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