The cheapest and fastest trains from Wakefield to Hitchin
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield to Hitchin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Hitchin will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 2 trains that leave Wakefield for Hitchin every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.




Live departures
Wakefield to Hitchin train times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Hitchin trains for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:18 Wakefield | 2h22 | 06:40 Hitchin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:43 Wakefield | 2h27 | 07:10 Hitchin | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wakefield to Hitchin
Trains from Wakefield to Hitchin run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 21:41 |
Train companies: LNER from Wakefield to Hitchin trainsLNER trains will get you between Wakefield and Hitchin from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wakefield to Hitchin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wakefield and Hitchin
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Forecourt
- 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: A small number are accessible, therefore advance notification (via station) ensures they are available when required
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and in the Waiting Room on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 2. There is a 1st Class waiting room on platform 1. Open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:00. Saturday 05:00 - 20:30. Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
- Type of shops available: Coffee shop, Platform1 and Newsagent, Platform 2
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- Toilets Location: WC available on Platform 1 and 2 Accessible Toilet Location - Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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