The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to London Stansted Airport
- Cheapest price on 16 Nov
- £16
- Average ticket price on 16 Nov
- £20
- Fastest journey on 16 Nov
- 1 h 9 m
- Average journey duration on 16 Nov
- 1 h 13 m
- Trains on 16 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to London Stansted Airport will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Hitchin to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least one change.
W32916+
C10145+
P77055 · P774409:39 2h28 Hitchin station (HIT) 12:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) £16 1 One-way 4 changes
W45435+
G008059:34 1h09 Hitchin station (HIT) 10:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) £19 1 One-way 1 change
W45478+
P6682110:04 1h16 Hitchin station (HIT) 11:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) £19 1 One-way 1 change
W45490+
P011589:04 1h16 Hitchin station (HIT) 10:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) £21 1 One-way 1 change
W45465+
P013548:04 1h16 Hitchin station (HIT) 9:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) £21 1 One-way 1 change
W45435+
G008059:34 1h09 Hitchin station (HIT) 10:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) £19 1 One-way 1 change
W45437+
G008038:34 1h09 Hitchin station (HIT) 9:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) £21 1 One-way 1 change
W45478+
P6682110:04 1h16 Hitchin station (HIT) 11:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) £19 1 One-way 1 change
W45490+
P011589:04 1h16 Hitchin station (HIT) 10:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) £21 1 One-way 1 change
W45465+
P013548:04 1h16 Hitchin station (HIT) 9:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) £21 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Hitchin to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:39, the last at 13:34. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 56m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 8:39 |
Last train 13:34 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Frequently asked questions about your Hitchin to London Stansted Airport trip
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Live departures
Hitchin to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45465+ P01354 | 8:04 Hitchin station (HIT) | 1h16 | 9:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
W45437+ G00803 | 8:34 Hitchin station (HIT) | 1h09 | 9:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
W45490+ P01158 | 9:04 Hitchin station (HIT) | 1h16 | 10:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
W45435+ G00805 | 9:34 Hitchin station (HIT) | 1h09 | 10:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
W32916+ C10145+ P77055 · P77440 | 9:39 Hitchin station (HIT) | 2h28 | 12:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4 changes | |
W45478+ P66821 | 10:04 Hitchin station (HIT) | 1h16 | 11:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Hitchin and London Stansted Airport
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Hitchin to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and London Stansted Airport
Most Hitchin to London Stansted Airport trains use the Hitchin to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Hitchin and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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