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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Wakefield
Cheapest price
£132
Average price
£132
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to Wakefield will cost around £132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £132.
To travel from Hitchin to Wakefield you need to make at least one change.
5:442h17Hitchin8:01Wakefield£1321One-way1 change- 6:502h14Hitchin9:04Wakefield£1321One-way1 change
- 7:502h14Hitchin10:04Wakefield£1321One-way1 change
- 8:502h14Hitchin11:04Wakefield£1321One-way1 change
- 9:502h14Hitchin12:04Wakefield£1321One-way1 change
- 15:502h13Hitchin18:03Wakefield£1321One-way1 change
- 17:502h13Hitchin20:03Wakefield£1321One-way1 change
- 6:502h14Hitchin9:04Wakefield£1321One-way1 change
- 7:502h14Hitchin10:04Wakefield£1321One-way1 change
- 8:502h14Hitchin11:04Wakefield£1321One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hitchin to Wakefield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Wakefield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £54.
Distance: 209 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hitchin to Wakefield train times
The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to Wakefield trains for today, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:42 Hitchin | 2h19 | 8:01 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 6:50 Hitchin | 2h14 | 9:04 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 7:50 Hitchin | 2h14 | 10:04 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 8:50 Hitchin | 2h14 | 11:04 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 9:50 Hitchin | 2h14 | 12:04 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 10:50 Hitchin | 2h14 | 13:04 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 11:50 Hitchin | 2h14 | 14:04 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 12:50 Hitchin | 2h14 | 15:04 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 13:50 Hitchin | 2h14 | 16:04 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 14:50 Hitchin | 2h14 | 17:04 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 15:50 Hitchin | 2h13 | 18:03 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 16:50 Hitchin | 2h14 | 19:04 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 17:50 Hitchin | 2h13 | 20:03 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 18:51 Hitchin | 2h17 | 21:08 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 19:50 Hitchin | 2h14 | 22:04 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 20:20 Hitchin | 2h22 | 22:42 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 20:50 Hitchin | 2h15 | 23:05 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 21:20 Hitchin | 2h27 | 23:47 Wakefield | 1 change | |
| 22:50 Hitchin | 2h16 | 1:06 Wakefield | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to Wakefield
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Trains from Hitchin to Wakefield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 22:33 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink from Hitchin to Wakefield trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Hitchin and Wakefield from £15. 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 Wakefield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Wakefield 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 Wakefield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and Wakefield
Most Hitchin to Wakefield trains use the Hitchin to Wakefield Westgate station pair, with some services arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate. Use this guide to compare Hitchin and Wakefield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hitchin station do trains to Wakefield 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.
Which Wakefield station do trains from Hitchin arrive at?
Getting to Wakefield Westgate from Wakefield city centre
Wakefield Westgate train station facilities and services
Wakefield Westgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Westgate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wakefield Westgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wakefield Westgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wakefield Westgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: A small number are accessible, therefore advance notification (via station) ensures they are available when required, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Wakefield Kirkgate from Wakefield city centre
Wakefield Kirkgate train station facilities and services
Wakefield Kirkgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Kirkgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for mobility impaired or elderly customers as the access to the platforms is via ramped subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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