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The cheapest and fastest trains from Royston to Hitchin
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
20 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Royston to Hitchin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Royston to Hitchin will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Royston for Hitchin every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 32 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.
12:380h17
Royston12:55Hitchin
£61One-way
0 changes
04:530h32
Royston05:25Hitchin
£91One-way
0 changes
18:460h17
Royston19:03Hitchin
£91One-way
0 changes
18:460h17
Royston19:03Hitchin
£91One-way
0 changes
12:380h17
Royston12:55Hitchin
£61One-way
0 changes
04:530h32
Royston05:25Hitchin
£91One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Royston to Hitchin train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:10
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:53 Royston | 0h32 | 05:25 Hitchin | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:38 Royston | 0h17 | 15:55 Hitchin | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Royston to Hitchin
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Royston to Hitchin run on average 6 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 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 20 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:53 |
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: Great Northern, Thameslink from Royston to Hitchin trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between Royston and Hitchin from £6. 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
17m
Cheapest Price
£6
Thameslink frequency
26 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
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
£7
Great Northern frequency
24 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: Royston to Hitchin train
FAQs: Travel by train from Royston 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 Royston to Hitchin.
Yes, there is a direct train between Royston and Hitchin. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Northern, Thameslink.
The train distance from Royston to Hitchin is 20 km.
Booking trains from Royston to Hitchin in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Royston to Hitchin covers a distance of 20 km and takes approximately 16m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Royston to Hitchin leaves at 0:03.
The cost of a train ticket from Royston to Hitchin can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The cheapest way to get from Royston to Hitchin is by train, costing approximately £6.
The last train from Royston to Hitchin departs at 23:53.
Trains from Royston to Hitchin run approximately 6 times per day.
There is no night train service from Royston to Hitchin.
The train station in Royston that goes to Hitchin is Royston station (RYS), and it arrives at Hitchin station (HIT).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Royston to Hitchin.
Yes, you can take the train from Royston to Hitchin.
To travel from Royston to Hitchin, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Royston and Hitchin
Royston
Hitchin
The major train station for departures in Royston is Royston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Royston for your trip from Royston to Hitchin.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 09:15 - 17:30 Sunday Closed
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent in Booking Hall
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 B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- 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: Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 station entrance and car park / Platform 2 car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Royston.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost 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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