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North Hertfordshire Museum
Local museum covering Hitchin's archaeology, social history and market town life, with family-friendly displays in the centre.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£1
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£2
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
7 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stevenage to Hitchin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stevenage to Hitchin will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £1.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Stevenage to Hitchin, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 7 km distance in an average of 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 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.
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C10172Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stevenage to Hitchin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £2 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, while a coach costs an average of £3.
Distance: 7 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£2 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
35m Average total duration Fastest 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stevenage to Hitchin:
A train is £0.92 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Stevenage to Hitchin costing on average £3.
Other travel options to Hitchin take longer:
Coach takes on average 20m.
The journey is about 12m faster (5m by train vs 17m by car) and roughly £0.13 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£2 vs £2). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Thameslink, Great Northern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Stevenage to Hitchin trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W45465 | On time 7:59 Stevenage station (SVG) | 0h05 | 8:04 Hitchin station (HIT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32908 | On time 8:15 Stevenage station (SVG) | 0h05 | 8:20 Hitchin station (HIT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10165 | 8:20 Stevenage station (SVG) | 0h05 | 8:25 Hitchin station (HIT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45437 | On time 8:29 Stevenage station (SVG) | 0h05 | 8:34 Hitchin station (HIT) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32879 | On time 8:45 Stevenage station (SVG) | 0h05 | 8:50 Hitchin station (HIT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10173 | 8:50 Stevenage station (SVG) | 0h05 | 8:55 Hitchin station (HIT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Stevenage to Hitchin run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 7 km distance in 5m.
Distance 7 km |
Average train duration 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 5m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Discover the best of Hitchin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hitchin trip today.
Local museum covering Hitchin's archaeology, social history and market town life, with family-friendly displays in the centre.
Community art space and gallery in the old town, presenting changing exhibitions and a strong focus on local artists.
Contemporary gallery in nearby Letchworth showing modern and regional art in a calm setting suitable for a short cultural visit.
Traditional market-centre street and square area with independent shops, historic buildings and a lively town atmosphere.
Linear green park with paths, open grass and play areas, popular for walks and easy access from the town centre.
Large public common with mature trees, sports space and room to stroll, giving a relaxed local contrast to the old town.
A traditional Hertfordshire soup made with cucumbers, herbs and stock, linked to the county’s historic market gardens and often served warm or chilled.
Classic English sausages in Yorkshire pudding batter, a familiar pub staple in Hertfordshire and a reliable local comfort dish.
Roast beef with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy is a classic Sunday meal widely eaten in Hitchin pubs and homes.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and warm hospitality in a lively dining room.
Smart restaurant in Hitchin centre serving modern British dishes and seasonal tasting menus in a relaxed, polished setting.
Well-known Hitchin café and brunch spot for hearty breakfasts, coffee and homemade cakes in a busy, friendly setting.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than in smaller UK towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stevenage 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.

Most Stevenage to Hitchin trains use the Stevenage to Hitchin station pair. Use this guide to compare Stevenage and Hitchin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stevenage 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 options are available at Stevenage.
Wi-Fi is available at Stevenage. ATMs are available at Stevenage.
Ticket office support is available at Stevenage.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stevenage: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stevenage: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stevenage: 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 the platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office, 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.
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 options are available at Hitchin.
Wi-Fi is available at Hitchin. ATMs are available at Hitchin.
Ticket office support is available at Hitchin.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hitchin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hitchin: Bike Parking.
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.
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