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Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City train with Great Northern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City

Showing times and prices for 18 Jan

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£6

Fastest journey

17 m

Average duration

17 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

17 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Hitchin for Welwyn Garden City 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 17 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.

Great Northern
20:340h17
Hitchin
20:51Welwyn Garden City
£61One-way
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Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.

Distance: 17 km

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Coach

£8

Average Price

£4

Average Price

Cheapest

47m

Average total duration

Fastest

17m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 36m

Average total duration

1h 6m

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30m

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Compare prices and tickets Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City

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Trains from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 17m.

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 £4
Distance
17 km
Average train duration
17m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
17m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:58
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 £4

Train companies: Great Northern from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Hitchin and Welwyn Garden City from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
£6
Great Northern 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
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 Welwyn Garden City train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City 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 Welwyn Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City covers a distance of 17 km and takes approximately 17m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City is 17 km.
The first train from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City departs at 23:58.
Trains from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hitchin and Welwyn Garden City. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Northern.
To get from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City.
The train station in Hitchin that goes to Welwyn Garden City is Hitchin station (HIT), and it arrives at Welwyn Garden City station (WGC).
The cheapest way to get from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, with glimpses of rolling hills and green fields, though it is not particularly renowned for being exceptionally scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City is feasible with a journey time of just 17m and a distance of 17 km. The trains run frequently, with 5 trips per day.
To explore Welwyn Garden City, a two-day visit allows you to enjoy its key attractions, local parks, and shopping areas comfortably.
Yes, you can take the train from Hitchin to Welwyn Garden City.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and Welwyn Garden City

Hitchin
Welwyn Garden City
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 Welwyn Garden City.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee shop, Platform1 and Newsagent, Platform 2
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
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
WC
  • Toilets Location: WC available on Platform 1 and 2 Accessible Toilet Location - Platform 1
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Station entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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