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The cheapest and fastest trains from Orpington to Hitchin
Showing times and prices for 18 Dec
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
69 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orpington to Hitchin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orpington to Hitchin will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Orpington for Hitchin 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 69 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.
03:322h02
Orpington05:34Hitchin
£281One-way
0 changes
03:322h02
Orpington05:34Hitchin
£281One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Orpington to Hitchin
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Orpington to Hitchin run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 18:17. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 2h 2m.
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 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 04:11 |
Last train 18:17 |
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: Thameslink, Southeastern from Orpington to Hitchin trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Orpington and Hitchin from £28. 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
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
£28
Thameslink frequency
2 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
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
£41
Southeastern frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Orpington to Hitchin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orpington to Hitchin 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 Hitchin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
You typically need 1 to 2 days in Hitchin to explore its charming market town atmosphere, visit the British Schools Museum, and enjoy the local shops and cafes.
The train distance from Orpington to Hitchin is 69 km.
Booking trains from Orpington to Hitchin in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Orpington to Hitchin can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The train journey from Orpington to Hitchin covers a distance of 69 km and takes approximately 2h 2m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Orpington to Hitchin leaves at 4:11.
The cheapest way to get from Orpington to Hitchin is by train, costing approximately £28.
The last train from Orpington to Hitchin departs at 18:17.
Trains from Orpington to Hitchin run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Orpington to Hitchin.
The train station in Orpington that goes to Hitchin is Orpington station (ORP), and it arrives at Hitchin station (HIT).
There is no night train service from Orpington to Hitchin.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Orpington to Hitchin.
Yes, you can take the train from Orpington to Hitchin.
To travel from Orpington to Hitchin, you can take a train.
The train journey from Orpington to Hitchin offers a blend of urban and suburban views, transitioning through the scenic Hertfordshire countryside, particularly as you approach Hitchin, providing a pleasant and varied visual experience.
A day trip from Orpington to Hitchin may not be feasible as the journey duration is 2h 2m. However, there are 4 train journeys per day covering a distance of 69 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Orpington and Hitchin
Orpington
Hitchin
The major train station for departures in Orpington is Orpington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Orpington for your trip from Orpington to Hitchin.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 21:00 Saturday 06:05 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2, 3/4 + 5- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 and 3/4 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platforms1/2 and 3/4 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on either side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Orpington
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E, near the exit from platform 5
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 Orpington.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLounge
Lost 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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