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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
20 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Hitchin station (HIT) for Royston station (RYS) 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 20 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 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.
07:440h17
Hitchin station (HIT)08:01Royston station (RYS)
£91One-way
0 changes
07:440h17
Hitchin station (HIT)08:01Royston station (RYS)
£91One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 20 km
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£8 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS)
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Trains from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £7 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 £7
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 00:56 |
Last train 14:44 |
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 £7
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) trainsThameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Hitchin station (HIT) and Royston station (RYS) from £7. 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
17m
Cheapest Price
£7
Thameslink 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
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
17m
Cheapest Price
£7
Great Northern frequency
5 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 station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) 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 station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS).
Booking trains from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hitchin station (HIT) and Royston station (RYS). The service operates 9 times per day, provided by Thameslink, Great Northern.
The train distance from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) is 20 km.
The train journey from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) covers a distance of 20 km and takes approximately 17m. Trains run 9 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The first train from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) leaves at 0:56.
The cheapest way to get from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) is by train, costing approximately £7.
To get from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) departs at 14:44.
Trains from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS) run approximately 9 times per day.
There is no night train service from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS).
Yes, you can take the train from Hitchin station (HIT) to Royston station (RYS).
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Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin station (HIT) and Royston station (RYS)
Hitchin
Royston
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 Royston.
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 Royston is Royston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Royston for your journey to Royston from Hitchin.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 09:15 - 17:30 Sunday Closed
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent in Booking Hall
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 B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. 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: 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: Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 station entrance and car park / Platform 2 car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Most popular train connections from Hitchin station (HIT)
Most popular trains to and from Royston station (RYS) and Hitchin station (HIT)
Most popular train connections to Royston station (RYS)
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