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Compare train for Hitchin to Sandy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Sandy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 12 miles (20 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 10m faster (15m by train vs 25m by car) and roughly $29 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $40 (€33)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Hitchin to Sandy train times
The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to Sandy trains for today, Saturday, June 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45665 | On time 12:50 PM Hitchin station (HIT) | 0h15 | 1:05 PM Sandy station (SDY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45702 | On time 1:20 PM Hitchin station (HIT) | 0h15 | 1:35 PM Sandy station (SDY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45706 | On time 1:50 PM Hitchin station (HIT) | 0h15 | 2:05 PM Sandy station (SDY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to Sandy
Trains from Hitchin to Sandy run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 12 miles (20 km) distance in 15m.
Distance 12 miles (20 km) |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 1:02 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Thameslink from Hitchin to Sandy trainsThameslink trains will get you between Hitchin and Sandy from $5 (€4). 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 Sandy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Sandy 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 Sandy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hitchin to Sandy
Most Hitchin to Sandy trains use the Hitchin to Sandy station pair. Use this guide to compare Hitchin and Sandy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hitchin station do trains to Sandy 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 Sandy station do trains from Hitchin arrive at?
Sandy train station facilities and services
Sandy has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sandy.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sandy.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sandy: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sandy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sandy: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to platform 2 (to Peterborough) via main entrance. Long ramp (approx 400m) from separate entrance to platform 1 (to London). Access between platforms via street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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