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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Hitchin
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
98 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Hitchin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Hitchin will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Fast trains
To travel from Ipswich to Hitchin you need to make at least one change.
05:102h15
Ipswich07:25Hitchin
£491One-way
1 change
05:152h22
Ipswich07:37Hitchin
£661One-way
2 changes
05:412h06
Ipswich07:47Hitchin
£661One-way
2 changes
05:412h06
Ipswich07:47Hitchin
£661One-way
2 changes
05:102h15
Ipswich07:25Hitchin
£491One-way
1 change
05:152h22
Ipswich07:37Hitchin
£661One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Ipswich to Hitchin train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:25
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:10 Ipswich | 2h27 | 11:37 Hitchin | 3 changes | |
| 09:20 Ipswich | 2h04 | 11:24 Hitchin | 1 change | |
| 09:41 Ipswich | 2h08 | 11:49 Hitchin | 2 changes | |
| 09:53 Ipswich | 2h26 | 12:19 Hitchin | 2 changes | |
| 10:10 Ipswich | 2h27 | 12:37 Hitchin | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Hitchin
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ipswich to Hitchin run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 22:44 |
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
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Ipswich to Hitchin trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and Hitchin from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£23
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Ipswich to Hitchin train
FAQs: Travel by train from Ipswich to Hitchin 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 Ipswich to Hitchin.
The train distance from Ipswich to Hitchin is 98 km.
The train journey from Ipswich to Hitchin covers a distance of 98 km and takes approximately 2h 2m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Ipswich to Hitchin leaves at 5:26.
Booking trains from Ipswich to Hitchin in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Ipswich to Hitchin departs at 22:44.
The cost of a train ticket from Ipswich to Hitchin can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £23.
Trains from Ipswich to Hitchin run approximately 4 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Hitchin is by train, costing approximately £23.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ipswich to Hitchin.
The train station in Ipswich that goes to Hitchin is Ipswich station (IPS), and it arrives at Hitchin station (HIT).
There is no night train service from Ipswich to Hitchin.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ipswich to Hitchin.
Yes, you can take the train from Ipswich to Hitchin.
To travel from Ipswich to Hitchin, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Hitchin
Ipswich
Hitchin
The major train station for departures in Ipswich is Ipswich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ipswich for your trip from Ipswich to Hitchin.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- 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: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Ipswich
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
The major train station for arrivals in Hitchin is Hitchin. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hitchin for your journey to Hitchin from Ipswich.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
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