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Luton to Hitchin train with Thameslink
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Luton to Hitchin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Hitchin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Hitchin:
A bus is $14 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Hitchin costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Hitchin take longer:
Train takes on average 45m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-37.58 (€-30.87). The journey takes 45m versus 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Luton to Hitchin train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Hitchin trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 C02573 · W45700 | 7:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 9:34 AM Hitchin station (HIT) | 1 transfer | |
C02573+ W27982 | 7:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h56 | 9:55 AM Hitchin station (HIT) | 1 transfer | |
C02573+C10223+W45653+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Highbury & Islington | 7:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h51 | 9:50 AM Hitchin station (HIT) | 3 transfers | |
W45731+Tube from London St Pancras International to Highbury & Islington+C10278+ C04213 | 8:26 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h38 | 10:04 AM Hitchin station (HIT) | 3 transfers | |
| W45653+C04213 | 8:26 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h24 | 9:50 AM Hitchin station (HIT) | 1 transfer | |
| C02611+C10231 | 8:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h56 | 10:25 AM Hitchin station (HIT) | 1 transfer | |
| C02611 · W45731 | 8:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 10:04 AM Hitchin station (HIT) | 1 transfer | |
| C02611+C56340+W45663+Tube from London St Pancras International to Highbury & Islington | 8:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h51 | 10:20 AM Hitchin station (HIT) | 3 transfers | |
| W45663+C04216 | 8:56 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h24 | 10:20 AM Hitchin station (HIT) | 1 transfer | |
| W45697+Tube from London St Pancras International to Highbury & Islington+C10251+C04216 | 8:56 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h38 | 10:34 AM Hitchin station (HIT) | 3 transfers | |
| C02567 · W45697 | 8:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h35 | 10:34 AM Hitchin station (HIT) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Hitchin
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Hitchin run on average 7 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) but you can travel from only $26 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€22) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Thameslink from Luton to Hitchin trainsThameslink trains will get you between Luton and Hitchin from $26 (€22). 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 Luton to Hitchin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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
Popular train stations from Luton to Hitchin
Most Luton to Hitchin trains use the Luton to Hitchin station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Hitchin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Hitchin leave from?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. 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 Thameslink 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.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: 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 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 Thameslink 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.
Getting to Leagrave from Luton city centre
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave train station facilities and services
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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 Hitchin station do trains from Luton arrive at?
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.
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