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Compare coach and train for Hitchin to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 244 km
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4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hitchin to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to Liverpool trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:50 Hitchin | 5h39 | 20:29 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Hitchin to Liverpool trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or Great Northern to find the best option for your trip from Hitchin to Liverpool.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Hitchin to Liverpool.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Raileurope or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or Great Northern to find the best option for your trip from Hitchin to Liverpool.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Hitchin to Liverpool.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to Liverpool
Trains from Hitchin to Liverpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £54 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 244 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 20:51 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Great Northern from Hitchin to Liverpool trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Hitchin and Liverpool from £54. 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 Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and Liverpool
Most Hitchin to Liverpool trains use the Hitchin to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Hitchin and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hitchin station do trains to Liverpool 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 Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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