The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Shepreth
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Shepreth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to Shepreth will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hitchin for Shepreth 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 27 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 25 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.


Live departures
Hitchin to Shepreth train times
The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to Shepreth trains for tomorrow, Friday 6 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:39 Hitchin | 0h25 | 05:04 Shepreth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to Shepreth
Trains from Hitchin to Shepreth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 23m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 04:37 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Great Northern from Hitchin to Shepreth trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Hitchin and Shepreth from £13. 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 Shepreth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Shepreth 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 Shepreth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and Shepreth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
- Type of shops available: Coffee shop, Platform1 and Newsagent, Platform 2
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- Toilets Location: WC available on Platform 1 and 2 Accessible Toilet Location - Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- 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 street and level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Help Point.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement buses towards Royston and Cambridge stop at the bus stop on Meldreth Road, a short walk from the station and near to the junction with Station Road and Fowlmere Road.
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