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Compare train and bus for Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. 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 bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
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Why should you book Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin trains with Omio?
Great Northern operates all train services from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin. Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Northern tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Great Northern?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Northern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Great Northern tickets can only be bought on Omio or Great Northern's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Northern tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Great Northern tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin run on average 4 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $5 (€4)
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $5 (€4)
Train companies: Great Northern from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City and Hitchin from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€8)
Great Northern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City 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.
For a fulfilling visit to Hitchin, 1 to 2 days are generally sufficient to explore its charming town center, historical sites like St Mary's Church, and enjoy local markets and cafes.
Yes, a day trip from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin is feasible. The journey takes 15m and covers 10 miles (17 km). Trains run 4 times per day.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin offers pleasant views of the Hertfordshire countryside, with glimpses of rolling fields and charming villages, making it a moderately scenic route.
There is no high speed train available from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin.
Train ticket prices from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€8), while the average price is around $12 (€10).
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin.
The cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin is by bus, with a cost of around $5 (€4).
Yes, there is a direct train from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by Great Northern.
The distance by train from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin is 10 miles (17 km).
The train from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin takes 15m and runs 4 per day.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin leaves at 12:01 AM.
The train station in Welwyn Garden City that goes to Hitchin is Welwyn Garden City station (WGC), which connects to Hitchin station (HIT).
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin leaves at 11:58 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin
Welwyn Garden City
Hitchin
The major train station for departures in Welwyn Garden City is Welwyn Garden City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Welwyn Garden City for your trip from Welwyn Garden City to Hitchin.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
The major train station for arrivals in Hitchin is Hitchin. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hitchin for your journey to Hitchin from Welwyn Garden City.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shop, Platform1 and Newsagent, Platform 2
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: WC available on Platform 1 and 2 Accessible Toilet Location - Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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