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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Loughborough
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
111 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to Loughborough will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Hitchin for Loughborough 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 111 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.
04:422h52
Hitchin07:34Loughborough
£631One-way
0 changes
04:472h47
Hitchin07:34Loughborough
£631One-way
0 changes
04:472h47
Hitchin07:34Loughborough
£631One-way
0 changes
04:422h52
Hitchin07:34Loughborough
£631One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hitchin to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 111 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£58 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Hitchin to Loughborough train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:04
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:42 Hitchin | 2h52 | 07:34 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:47 Hitchin | 2h47 | 07:34 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to Loughborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hitchin to Loughborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £31 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 £31
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 04:18 |
Last train 22:41 |
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 £31
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Great Northern from Hitchin to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Thameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Hitchin and Loughborough from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 38m
Cheapest Price
£43
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 32m
Cheapest Price
£62
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
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
4h 31m
Cheapest Price
£62
Thameslink frequency
1 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
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
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
£113
Great Northern frequency
1 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 Loughborough train
FAQs: Travel by train from Hitchin to Loughborough 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 Loughborough.
The train distance from Hitchin to Loughborough is 111 km.
Booking trains from Hitchin to Loughborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Hitchin to Loughborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Hitchin to Loughborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £48, while the average price tends to be around £58.
The train journey from Hitchin to Loughborough covers a distance of 111 km and takes approximately 2h 38m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Hitchin to Loughborough leaves at 4:18.
The cheapest way to get from Hitchin to Loughborough is by coach, costing approximately £31.
The last train from Hitchin to Loughborough departs at 22:41.
The train station in Hitchin that goes to Loughborough is Hitchin station (HIT), and it arrives at Loughborough station (LBO).
Yes, you can take the train from Hitchin to Loughborough.
Trains from Hitchin to Loughborough run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Hitchin to Loughborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hitchin to Loughborough.
There is no night train service from Hitchin to Loughborough.
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Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and Loughborough
Hitchin
Loughborough
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 Loughborough.
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 Loughborough is Loughborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Loughborough for your journey to Loughborough from Hitchin.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Nottingham Road.
Dining
- The Basin
- The Orange Tree
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Loughborough
- Travelodge Loughborough Central
- Ramada Loughborough Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1-3
Public transport options for Loughborough
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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