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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Hertford
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Hertford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to Hertford will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from Hitchin to Hertford without transferring at least once.
4:11 AM0h23Hitchin4:34 AMHertford$211One-way1 transfer- 5:07 AM0h37Hitchin5:44 AMHertford$211One-way1 transfer
- 5:41 AM0h33Hitchin6:14 AMHertford$211One-way1 transfer
- 6:55 AM0h21Hitchin7:16 AMHertford$211One-way1 transfer
6:20 AM0h24Hitchin6:44 AMHertford$221One-way1 transfer
- 6:55 AM0h21Hitchin7:16 AMHertford$211One-way1 transfer
- 4:11 AM0h23Hitchin4:34 AMHertford$211One-way1 transfer
- 6:20 AM0h24Hitchin6:44 AMHertford$221One-way1 transfer
- 5:41 AM0h33Hitchin6:14 AMHertford$211One-way1 transfer
- 5:07 AM0h37Hitchin5:44 AMHertford$211One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hitchin to Hertford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Hertford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hitchin to Hertford:
A bus is $0.09 (€0.07) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hitchin to Hertford costing on average $7 (€6).
Other travel options to Hertford take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 31m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (17m by train vs 29m by car). Tickets start at around $7 (€6) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Hitchin to Hertford train times
The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to Hertford trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:33 AM Hitchin | 0h41 | 12:14 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 11:57 AM Hitchin | 0h47 | 12:44 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 12:29 PM Hitchin | 1h07 | 1:36 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 12:33 PM Hitchin | 0h41 | 1:14 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 12:57 PM Hitchin | 0h47 | 1:44 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 1:29 PM Hitchin | 1h07 | 2:36 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 1:33 PM Hitchin | 0h41 | 2:14 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 1:57 PM Hitchin | 0h47 | 2:44 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 2:29 PM Hitchin | 1h07 | 3:36 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 2:33 PM Hitchin | 0h41 | 3:14 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 2:57 PM Hitchin | 0h47 | 3:44 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 3:29 PM Hitchin | 1h07 | 4:36 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 3:33 PM Hitchin | 0h41 | 4:14 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 3:57 PM Hitchin | 0h47 | 4:44 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 4:29 PM Hitchin | 1h07 | 5:36 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 4:33 PM Hitchin | 0h41 | 5:14 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 4:57 PM Hitchin | 0h47 | 5:44 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 5:29 PM Hitchin | 1h07 | 6:36 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 5:33 PM Hitchin | 0h41 | 6:14 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 5:57 PM Hitchin | 0h47 | 6:44 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 6:29 PM Hitchin | 1h07 | 7:36 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 6:33 PM Hitchin | 0h41 | 7:14 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 6:57 PM Hitchin | 0h47 | 7:44 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 7:29 PM Hitchin | 1h07 | 8:36 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 7:33 PM Hitchin | 0h41 | 8:14 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 7:57 PM Hitchin | 0h47 | 8:44 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 8:29 PM Hitchin | 1h07 | 9:36 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 8:33 PM Hitchin | 0h41 | 9:14 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 8:57 PM Hitchin | 0h47 | 9:44 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 9:29 PM Hitchin | 1h07 | 10:36 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 9:33 PM Hitchin | 0h41 | 10:14 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 9:58 PM Hitchin | 0h46 | 10:44 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 10:29 PM Hitchin | 1h07 | 11:36 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 10:33 PM Hitchin | 0h41 | 11:14 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 10:57 PM Hitchin | 0h47 | 11:44 PM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 11:44 PM Hitchin | 1h25 | 1:09 AM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
| 12:23 AM Hitchin | 1h16 | 1:39 AM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
| 4:11 AM Hitchin | 0h23 | 4:34 AM Hertford | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to Hertford
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Trains from Hitchin to Hertford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 33m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Great Northern, Thameslink from Hitchin to Hertford trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between Hitchin and Hertford from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Hitchin to Hertford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Hertford 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 Hertford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hitchin to Hertford
Most Hitchin to Hertford trains use the Hitchin to Hertford North station pair. Use this guide to compare Hitchin and Hertford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hitchin station do trains to Hertford leave from?
Getting to Hitchin from Hitchin city centre
Hitchin train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Hitchin.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hitchin. ATMs are available at Hitchin.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hitchin.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hitchin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hitchin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Hertford station do trains from Hitchin arrive at?
Getting to Hertford North from Hertford city centre
Hertford North train station facilities and services
Hertford North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hertford North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hertford North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hertford North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hertford North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hertford North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hertford North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to booking office and platforms 2&3. Steps to platform 1 (some trains to London). Assistance Meeting Point is the station foyer opposite the ticket office. 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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